On 10/2/2008 , the vessel COASTAL RUNNER (Official Number 832944) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in HOWE SOUND, BC, BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

The vessel, with 4 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was unknown pollution.

On 2 October 2008, the small passenger ferry "COASTAL RUNNER" broke down south of Bowen Island B.C. The CCGS "OSPREY" and work boat "DOLPHIN EXPRESS" responded and towed the "COASTAL RUNNER" to Gibsons Harbour.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as

Weather at the time was reported as unknown. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/23/2008.