On 6/18/1996 , the vessel ISLAND QUEEN III (Official Number 348017) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in KINGSTON, ONTARIO,.
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 6/19/1996 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NE at 16.00 knots.
The vessel struck the dock during its approach causing the forward hawser to break forcing the bow into the dock. Some passengers lost their footing, no injuries.