On 9/5/2017 1, the vessel BOTAFOGO SW (Official Number 4364112) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).
The vessel, with 20 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 9/5/2017 1. Weather at the time was reported as overcast.
On 05 September 2017, the bulk carrier "BOTAFOGO SW" reported that its life boat with 2 people on board, dropped from a meter above the waterline into the sea due to failure of its release hook, while carrying out safety drills at English Bay anchorage 2, Vancouver, BC. The two crew members who were trapped in the capsized life boat were recovered from the water by assist vessels. Damage and injuries reported.