On 8/9/1996 1, the vessel HEIDI E (Official Number 344547) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 5 MILES OFF CAPE EGMONT, N.S.,.

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

"Heidi E" reported losing her rudder while 5 miles off Cape Egmont.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 6.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/12/1996 .