On 2/25/1998 , the vessel MBM 17 (Official Number 189265) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in TWIN ISLANDS, BAKER PASSAGE, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. Fortunately, the ship was able to continue its voyage. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 3/26/1998 . Weather at the time was reported as snow with winds from the NE at 10.00 knots.

Tug grounded & barge under tow also grounded . CCG Manyberries and Point Race responded. Tug works its own way off the beach & refloates barge. Both tug & barge escorted into Campbell River.