On 4/10/1999 , the vessel MALECITE (Official Number 310365) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in POINT ATKINSON, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).
The vessel, with 5 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 4/26/1999 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 8.00 knots.
Charter boat experienced total power failure. Tow requested and vessel towed into False Creek Public Dock by nearby tug. Vessel and passengers in no danger