On 9/7/2014 1, the vessel BROUGHTON CHIEF (Official Number 801596) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in Port Hardy, BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).
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 9/7/2014 1. Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the W at 15.00 knots.
On 07 September 2014, the tug "BROUGHTON CHIEF", with 3 POB and 5 fish pens in tow, reported engine failure due to overheating. On-scene assistance provided and vessel secured at Alert Bay, BC.