On 2/27/2006 , the vessel PANUKE SEA (Official Number 823801) was involved in a person seriously injured or killed - in contact with any part of the ship or its contents in 5 MN SW OF WEST POINT, SABLE ISLAND, NS,.

The vessel, with 21 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 3/1/2006 8. Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the W at 35.00 knots.

The OSV "PANUKE SEA" reported that a crew member was struck by a container. Victim was medivaced to Halifax by DND SAR helicopter.