On 9/3/1988 1, the vessel LADY GAY (Official Number 331465) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in NORTH OF CAPE CHIGNECTO, CHIGNECTO BAY, N.S.,.
The vessel, with 2 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 6/13/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 45.00 knots.
VSL LOST HER RUDDER - WELDING APPARENTLY GAVE AWAY ON NEW RUDDER Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88