On 12/22/1996, the vessel SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE (Official Number 910306) was involved in a not involved in ESQUIMALT HARBOUR, B.C.,.

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 pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 1/21/1997 . Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the N at 5.00 knots.

Tug "SEASPAN RASCAL" was pulled astern and to port by freighter "SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE". Action caused downflooding in tug's engine room, damaging port main engine.