On 3/30/2002 , the vessel QUATSINO STAR (Official Number 326675) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in CAPE ST. JAMES, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

The vessel, with 3 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

On 30 March, 2002, the F/V "QUATSINO STAR" lost the use of its steering equipment near Cape St. James, B.C. Subsequently the vessel was towed to Port Hardy, B.C.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as UNKNOWN

Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SW at 25.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 4/3/2002 9.