On 10/23/2000, the vessel RIVTOW 105 (Official Number 330371) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in BARNSTON ISLAND, FRASER RIVER, BC, BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

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 pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/30/2000. Weather at the time was reported as unknown.

Skipper of Tug "WESTMINSTERr HYACK" lost control of his tow when coupling up a second barge "R.T.105", allowing it to come in contact with dolphins & pilings just upstream of Barnston Ferry Dock. Considerable damage reported to pilings.