On 5/12/1986 , the vessel STRAIT CARRIER II (Official Number 329995) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in OFF CAPE BRETON ISLAND, N.S.,.

The vessel, with 4 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

BROKEN RUDDER STOCK-TOWED TO NORTH SYDNEY Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-28-1. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the E at 47.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/30/1987 .