On 10/16/2001, the vessel OCEAN EXPLORER (Official Number 806962) was involved in a risk of striking (near allision) - risk of allision with a fixed object (striking - includes vessels) in MOUAT BAY, TEXADA ISLAND, B.C., 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 pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/17/2001. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 30.00 knots.

On 16 October, 2001, the Tug "NORTH ARM CHAMPION" and the F/V "OCEAN EXPLORER" reported a close quarters situation near Mouat Bay, Texada Island, B.C.