On 9/27/1990 , the vessel CATHERINE P. (Official Number 330740) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 17.5 NM NW OF BROOKS PT, FOGO ISLAND, NFLD,.
The vessel, with 4 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 10/26/1990. Weather at the time was reported as clear.
VSL LOST HER PROPELLER WHILE PROCEEDING TO THE FISHING GROUNDS Note: formerly OccNo : 1300-5-90