On 8/19/2001 , the vessel WHALER - 372739 (Official Number 372739) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in SAINT JOHN REVERSING FALLS, SAINT JOHN NB, NEW BRUNSWICK (NB).

The vessel, with 1 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 10/10/2001. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 0.00 knots.

After striking an unknown object in the water the jet tour boat "WHALER" with 11 passengers and crew was reported disabled with loss of steering. Passengers transferred to CCG fast rescue craft and landed safely. Tour boat subsequently secured.