On 10/23/1999, the vessel ROYAL VENTURE (Official Number 818992) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in QUEEN CHARLOTTE SOUND, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).
The vessel, with 9 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 11/4/1999 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SE at 55.00 knots.
Due to heavy weather, vessel sustained serious damage to wheelhouse. Vessel lost power and began taking on water. Two crewmembers sustained serious injuries. One crew member swept overboard; recovered by this vessel 20 minutes later.