On 3/15/1994 , the vessel ALASKA CHALLENGER (Official Number 597377) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in APPROX 4 NM NW OF PINE ISLAND, CAMPBELL RIVER,.

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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/13/1994 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 5.00 knots.

STRUCK SUBMERGED OBJECT - TAKING WATER FORWARD. ESCORTED TO PORT. Note: formerly OccNo : 1300-5-94