On 4/21/2003 , the vessel SEASPAN 509 (Official Number 822609) was involved in a not involved in EPSOM POINT, 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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 4/23/2003 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 18.00 knots.

On 21 April, 2003, the Tug "SEASPAN PROTECTOR" reported that while towing the three chip barges "SEASPAN 438", "SEASPAN 509" and "SEASPAN 497", the barge "SEASPAN 438" capsized, near Epsom Point, B.C.