On 7/20/1997 , the vessel MANADA (Official Number 372145) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in OFF ST. ANDREWS POINT, CARDIGAN BAY, PEI,.

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 8/11/1997 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 6.00 knots.

The rudder of the tour vessel MANADA struck a submerged buoy-line causing damage to its tiller arm. The vessel was towed to Lower Montague for repairs.