The 259 meter long, 56880 dwt container ship MSC Regina became disabled and went aground while on the St. Lawrence River near Grondines, Quebec. The vessel had suffered a power blackout and drifted out of the navigation channel. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released. Two tugs were dispatched to refloat the vessel. The MSC Regina was en route to Sines, Portugal from Montreal.
The 137 meter long, 10750 dwt freighter Eeemsborg went aground on the St. Lawrence River just pass Crossover Island, New York. The Eeemsborg had suffered a power black out before going aground outside the navigation channel. No reports of injuries or pollution released.
The 186 meter, 30688 dwt bulk freighter Heloise collided with the 20 meter long tug Ocean Georgie Bain on the St. Lawrence River at Montreal, Canada. No reports of injuries or pollution released. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. No further details reported.
