The 220 meter long, 7406 dwt passenger ship Maasdam allided on the St. Lawrence River at Montreal, Canada. The Maasdam was attempting to berth when it struck the pier suffering only minor damage above the waterline. No one was injured and no pollution released. The vessel was under the control of two local pilots at the time of the incident. The Canadian Coast Guard has launched an investigation into the accident.
The 261 meter long, 47171 dwt container ship MSC Tia became disabled in the Gulf of St. Lawrence after suffering an engine failure. The crew were able to make repairs and was escorted by a tug to Montreal, Quebec, Canada. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.
The 12, 782 dwt freighter BBC Steinhoeft became stuck in the St. Lawrence Seaway in Montreal, Canada becoming the first accident of the shipping season which opened on March 23. The freighter had left Toronto, Ontario bound for Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with a cargo of mechanical parts when it became stuck. Five other vessels were delayed while the Seaway was blocked. Tugboats were able to unwedge the vessel later the same day. No injuries or pollution was released. Government and St. Lawrence Seaway officials are investigating the incident. No statement has been released to the cause of the incident.
