On 5/5/2012 1, the vessel MARTIN PECHEUR (Official Number 0330655) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in FLEUVE SAINT-LAURENT, QC, QUEBEC (QC).
The vessel, with 3 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 5/23/2012 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NNE at knots.
On 05 May 2012, the F/V "MARTIN PECHEUR" became disabled due to a damaged steering gear. The CCGS "CAP ROZIER" provides assistance to return to Rivière aux Renards, QC.