On 10/29/2001, the vessel LIA (Official Number 2985) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in SEAWAY - SOUTH SHORE CANAL (BEFORE ST.LAMBERT LOCK), QUEBEC (QC).

The vessel, with 0 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 unknown pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/2/2001 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 0.00 knots.

While proceding in the South Shore Canal, the LIA sustained a blackout. The vessel's main engine starting air control valve had developed an air leak. The vessel was anchored and the main engine was eventually restarted.