Empire-Sandy Vessel Reviews and Specifications

On the evening of August 5, 2017, the Canadian schooner 'Empire Sandy' (IMO: 5071561), with a deadweight tonnage of 740 dwt, was involved in a collision while navigating Lock 8 in Port Colborne during the city's beloved annual Canal Days festival. The incident occurred when 'Empire Sandy' initially struck the lock's wall, subsequently making contact with the stern of the bulk carrier 'Ina', which had departed Colborne earlier that day, en route to Montreal. Thankfully, no injuries were reported as a result of the allision. By approximately 10:30 p.m., all passengers aboard 'Empire Sandy' were safely returned to the lock. However, by the morning of August 7, the vessel remained at Port Colborne to undergo thorough inspections. The St. Lawrence Seaway Authority has initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding this maritime incident. For further details and a photo, visit: http://www.wellandtribune.ca/2017/08/06/empire-sandy-collides-with-freighter.