On 4/4/1985 1, the vessel MARY HICHENS (Official Number 803715) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in E COAST-S COAST NS-DARTMOUTH COAST GUARD BASE,.

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 4/14/1986 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SE at 13.00 knots.

PITCH CONTROL MALFUNCTION-VSL STRUCK WHARF. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-28-1