On 1/3/2006 1, the vessel GEYSIR (Official Number 622178) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 2 NM W OF BELL ISLAND, CONCEPTION BAY, NL,.

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 pollution.

The general cargo vessel "GEYSIR" with 10 POB was reported disabled off Bell Island after a main engine crankcase explosion. No fire or injuries reported. Engine U/S with a hole in the engine block. Vessel safely anchored awaiting assistance.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as UNKNOWN

Weather at the time was reported as unknown. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 1/3/2006 6.