On 1/27/1997 , the vessel EMERALD COAST (Official Number 725401) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in HARMAC EAST, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 22 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

"EMERALD COAST"'s bridge automatic propulsion controls failed while approaching berth. Unable to switch to engine room controls. Docking aborted till later. No damage.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 2/7/1997 8.