On 5/3/2008 1, the vessel COASTAL RENAISSANCE (Official Number 832105) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in NANAIMO, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

The vessel, with 43 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 5/5/2008 9. Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the NW at 30.00 knots.

On 05 May 2008, the BCFS Ferry "COASTAL RENAISSANCE" struck the overhead passanger walkway while approaching berth #2, Departure Bay, Nanaimo, B.C. No injuries were reported and minimal damage to vessel.