On 9/25/1997 , the vessel PUBNICO EXPLORER (Official Number 383819) was involved in a risk of sinking in ALONGSIDE AT LOUISBOURG HARBOUR, N.S.,.

The vessel, with 0 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 10/14/1997. Weather at the time was reported as .

Wooden vessel left unattended seeped water through stern gland filling the fish-hold and partially covering the engine. The water was pumped out by CGS "Louisbourg" but the oily sludge in the engine-compartment temporarily remains in the vessel.