On 4/12/2007 , the vessel GILLESPORT HAWK (Official Number 392080) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 40 NM ENE OF CAPE FREELS, NL,.
The vessel, with 4 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 4/13/2007 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 0.00 knots.
The F/V " GILLESPORT HAWK" was reported beset in ice and requested assistnce.