On 7/4/1988 1, the vessel NORTH ROCK (Official Number 370293) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in OFF BILTON ISLAND, RIVERS INLET, B.C.,.

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 pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/8/1989 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 10.00 knots.

VSL STRUCK A DEADHEAD - SHEARED OFF A NUT ON THE SHAFT STRUT Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88