On August 12, the 46 meter long, 563 gt catamaran ferry Iyanough allided with a barge in the harbor on Nantucket island, Massachusetts. The Iyanough was departing for a voyage to Hyannis when the stern of the ferry struck a barge tied up at the end of the wharf. The Iyanough returned back to its slip where the ferry was inspected for damage. The vessel sustained minor damage to its stern. No reports of injuries or pollution released. The Iyanough proceeded on its voyage several hours later.