On 12/10/1992, the vessel PIONEER SERVICE (Official Number 597409) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in SPEAKER ROCK, JOHNSTONE STRAIT, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 11 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 11/22/1993. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 0.00 knots.
V/L GROUNDED ON SPEAKER ROCK JOHNSTONE STRAIT & RETURNED TO SEATTLE