On 8/5/2003 1, the vessel THE CAT (Official Number 8000463) was involved in a risk of striking (near allision) - risk of allision with a fixed object (striking - includes vessels) in YARMOUTH HARBOUR, NS, NOVA SCOTIA (NS).

The vessel, with 27 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 11/13/2003. Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the S at 15.00 knots.

Ferry came in close quarters situation with another vessel detected by radar only. Identity of other vessel is unknown.