On 5/15/2018 , the vessel NORD SINCERE (Official Number 4115410) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in Saint-Simeon, QC, QUEBEC (QC).

The vessel, with 22 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

On 15 May 2018, the bulk carrier "NORD SINCERE" was reported as disabled due to a machinery failure while transiting the St. Lawrence river, off Saint-Simeon, QC. The crew conducted repairs at anchor and the vessel continued its voyage. . Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/15/2018 .