On 7/23/2002 , the vessel STAR MASTER (Official Number 383392) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in EAST SIDE TUGWELL ISLAND, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

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 9/23/2002 . Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the WNW at 5.00 knots.

The owner/operator of the F/V "STAR MASTER" was found unconscious aboard his vessel which had grounded on Tugwell Island, B.C. on 23 July, 2002.