On 6/8/1995 1, the vessel GUNAY A (Official Number 6402) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in POINTE DU LAC, LAC ST PIERRE, QUEBEC,.
The vessel, with 29 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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/16/1995 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 3.00 knots.
MAIN ENGINE FAILURE IN CHANNEL. DRIFTED & ANCHORED. LATER CONTINUED. Outlet valve of HO service tank has been forgoteen closed after changing over to heavy oil from diesel.