On 6/18/2003 , the vessel SAILA (Official Number 346298) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in HECATE STR., NEAR WALLER BAY, BANKS ISLAND, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).
The vessel, with 3 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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/20/2003 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 10.00 knots.
On 18 June, 2003, the F/V "SAILA" reported broken down, in danger of grounding South of Waller Bay, Banks Island, B.C.