On 10/15/2000, the vessel LE LAUREAT (Official Number 368340) was involved in a risk of sinking in POINTE DE LA RENOMME, QUEBEC, QUEBEC (QC).

The vessel, with 5 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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/26/2000. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 50.00 knots.

A broken pipe resulted in flooded engine room. Pump dropped by R-320. F/V towed to Rivière au Renard in heavy sea conditions