On 4/2/1997 1, the vessel CONNIE JAMES (Official Number 329292) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in 44 MILES ESE OF ST. ANTHONY, NEWFOUNDLAND,.

The vessel, with 6 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 5/16/1997 . Weather at the time was reported as snow with winds from the NE at 60.00 knots.

Sustained rudder damage & was drifting towards iceberg. Declared distress when 45 metres from berg. Other longliners in area proceeded. "Connie James" passed clear of berg and taken in tow by "Culls Traveller".