On 4/18/1979 , the vessel KLASSEN (Official Number 346332) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in CANADA-WEST COAST-PORCHER ISLAND-HUNT INLET,.

The vessel, with 10 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 5/9/1979 1. Weather at the time was reported as with winds from the NW at 1.00 knots.

VL STRUCK SUBMERGED LEDGE SUSTAINED DAMAGE TO PORT SIDE OF HULL. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-27-1