On 6/3/2004 1, the vessel ALPINE II (Official Number 825213) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in SIDNEY SPIT, SIDNEY ISLAND, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

The vessel, with 2 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 6/7/2004 8. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NE at 5.00 knots.

The Passenger Ferry "ALPINE II" ran aground on the beach near the pier at Sidney Spit, Sidney Island, B.C.