On 11/29/2020, the vessel FEDERAL ELBE (Official Number 5612) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in Beauharnois, QC, QUEBEC (QC).

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

On 29 November 2020, the bulk carrier "FEDERAL ELBE" reported problems with its main engine starting air system while transiting the upper lock (No. 4) at Beauharnois, QC. The vessel exited the lock and moored at the upper lock wall. The crew carried out repairs and the vessel later resumed its voyage. . Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as unknown. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/29/2020.