On 2/16/1998 , the vessel XIAN XIA LING (Official Number 05001268) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in SYDNEY, NS,.
The vessel, with 32 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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 3/5/1998 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 10.00 knots.
Vessel reported total failure of main engine due to a dirty air filter.