On 11/29/2008, the vessel SHELL HAWK (Official Number 826653) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in STEPHENS ISLAND, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).
The vessel, with 3 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 12/1/2008 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SE at 20.00 knots.
On 29 November 2008, the F/V "SHELL HAWK" lost power 8.5 NM NW off Stephens Island, in Hecate Strait, B.C. CCGC "POINT HENRY" towed the vessel to Prince Rupert, B.C.