On 10/16/2001, the vessel VEGA DESGAGNES (Official Number 0822171) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in JUST BELOW IROQUOIS LOCK, ONT., ONTARIO (ON).

The vessel, with 20 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 11/6/2001 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 0.00 knots.

On 16 October 2001, the downbound vessel "VEGA DESGAGNES" reported a steering gear problem just below Iroquois lock. The vessel went to emergency anchorage.