On 7/13/1991 , the vessel PORT MECHINS (Official Number 183139) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in ANCRAGE BATISCAN, QUEBEC,.
The vessel, with 16 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 6/29/1992 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.
SNAGGED OLD WIRE IN PROPELLER SHAFT WHILE DREDGING. Note: formerly OccNo : 1300-5-91