On 4/15/2005 , the vessel ANDREW SHAWN (Official Number 348071) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 3 NM SSE OF CAPE ST. JOHN, NL,.
The vessel, with 7 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 unknown pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 4/25/2005 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.
The F/V "ANDREW SHAWN", with seven POB, reported losing its rudder.