On 4/23/2012 , the vessel EPINETTE II (Official Number 322226) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in LES MECHINS, QC., 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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 4/24/2012 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NE at 20.00 knots.
On 23 April 2012, the tug "EPINETTE II" sustained a steering gear failure while towing the ¨GRANDE BAIE¨ off Les Mechins, Quebec. Both vessels where towed into Les Mechins by the tug ¨VACHON¨. Neither injuries nor pollution reported.