On 9/16/1989 , the vessel PATCHES III (Official Number 394108) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 80 NM SE OF LOUISBOURG, CAPE BRETON ISLAND, NS,.
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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/3/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.
VSL SUFFERED A MECHANICIAL BREAKDOWN DUE TO CONTAMINATED FUEL Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89