On 5/21/1985 , the vessel GHYSLAIN V. (Official Number 396162) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in E COAST-GULF OF ST LAWRENCE,.

The vessel, with 6 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

WELDING ON RUDDER FRACTURED-LOST STEERING. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-28-1. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 1.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 9/27/1985 .