On 8/5/2016 1, the vessel QUEBEC EXPRESS (Official Number 24342) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in Grondines, QC, QUEBEC (QC).

The vessel, with 24 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

On 05 August 2016, the container vessel "QUEBEC EXPRESS" sustained the failure of a main engine exhaust valve actuator while transiting the St. Lawrence River 5.5 nautical miles WSW of Grondines, QC. The vessel proceeded at reduced speed to the nearby anchorage. The crew carried out the repairs and the vessel resumed its voyage.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 18.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/5/2016 1.