On 7/15/1987 , the vessel LAKER (THE) (Official Number 330111) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in OFF SOUTH BAR, SYDNEY HBR, 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 5/16/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at knots.

STRUCK DEADHEAD, TAKING WATER/PROCEEDED AT FULL SPEED TO BEACH Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88