On 10/15/1995, the vessel JAVA R. (Official Number 345115) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 1 NM SOUTHWEST OF ESTEVAN POINT, B.C.,.

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 pollution.

Vessel broke down and drifted toward shore in strong winds, moderate seas and low visibility. Subsequently taken in tow by another fishing vessel and towed to port.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as UNKNOWN

Weather at the time was reported as unknown. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/17/1995.