On 5/12/1986 , the vessel IRVING TIMBER (Official Number 706990) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in RODNEY TERMINAL, SAINT JOHN HBR, N.B.,.
The vessel, with 18 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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 3/9/1987 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 7.00 knots.
V/L STRUCK QUAY WHILE COMING ALONGSIDE Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-28-1