On 7/21/1987 , the vessel STING-RAY (Official Number 319963) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in 6 MI SSW CAPE SABLE ISLAND LIGHT, N.S.,.

The vessel, with 2 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 pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/8/1988 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NNW at 1.00 knots.

F/V STRUCK A DEADHEAD,FORCED RUDDER BACK AND BROKE THE STUFFING BOX Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87