Former owner of sunken B.C. vessel speaks, identifies the boat involved

The former owner of a sunken vessel involved in a tragic accident off the coast of Richmond, B.C., has identified the boat as a 30-foot KingFisher named Big Coast. The vessel, which had 10 people on board, resulted in six presumed deaths and raised concerns regarding safety protocols and the misuse of the boat's identification systems.
Why it matters
The incident highlights critical failures in maritime safety, including overcrowding and the lack of life-jackets, which are essential for preventing fatalities in charter operations.
The former owner of a sunken vessel in the Strait of Georgia has identified the boat involved in the incident.
The article reports on a factual maritime tragedy using neutral language and quotes from the former owner without injecting political or social commentary.
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