On 6/8/2004 1, the vessel BIRCHGLEN (Official Number 733421) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in LOCK 3, WELLAND CANAL, ON, ONTARIO (ON).

The vessel, with 0 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 8/3/2004 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 9.00 knots.

On 08 June 2004, at 1330 the bulk carrier "BIRCHGLEN" struck the ship arrester cable in Lock 3, Welland Canal.