On 5/20/2010 , the vessel SILVER TIP (Official Number 331171) was involved in a grounding - not under power (includes drifting) (non-intentional) in HOPKINS LANDING, 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 unknown pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/20/2010 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SE at 15.00 knots.

On 20 May 2010, the tug "SILVER TIP" dragged anchor and went aground near Hopkins Landing, B.C. due to high winds. CCG "AUXILLARY 14" pulled the tug into deeper water and secured it in Plumper Cove, Keats Island, B.C.