On 6/16/2008 , the vessel BANKER II (Official Number 396180) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in HECATE STRAIT, BC, BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).
The vessel, with 4 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 6/23/2008 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 5.00 knots.
On 16 June 2008, the fishing vessel "BANKER II" ran aground while enroute in Hecate Strait, B.C.