On 12/13/2008, the vessel STAR OPTIMA (Official Number 9253856) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in VANCOUVER WHARVES, BC,.

The vessel, with 0 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 12/15/2008. Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the N at 0.00 knots.

On 13 Dece 2008, the bulk carrier 'EASTERN QUEEN', berthed at Vancouver Wharves, B.C. broke its moorings in a strong flood tide and drifted from its berth. While re-securing, it struck the freighter 'STAR OPTIMA', which was berthed alongside.