On 8/22/2004 , the vessel IONIAN SEA (Official Number 395524) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in SOUTH OF THRUMCAP SHOAL,.

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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 9/24/2004 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 5.00 knots.

The small passenger vessel "IONIAN SEA" with 12 POB was reported disabled with a failed propellor shaft coupling. Passengers were subsequently transferred to another tour vessel and the "IONIAN SEA" towed back to Halifax.