On 12/14/2001, the vessel COASTAL EXPRESS (Official Number 822594) was involved in a collision - with another vessel or other floating object in STRAIT OF GEORGIA, 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 minor pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 1/4/2002 9. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 40.00 knots.
On 14 December, 2001, the Tug "SEASPAN CHALLENGER" reports the barge in tow "COASTAL EXPRESS" struck the tug and the tug began taking on water, in Strait of Georgia, B.C.