No pollution was reported by Canadianauthorities after the 20,000-dwt Halit Bey (built 2009) got stuck on Tuesdaymorning.

The vessel was en route to Trois-Rivieres fromGermany when it grounded off Grondines.

Tugs pulled it free at high tide.

The vessel is operated by VBG of Istanbuland was carrying a cargo of urea.