On 12/12/2000, the vessel NORHTERN SPIRIT (Official Number 690554) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in SOUTHEAST OF CAPE MUDGE, BC, BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

The vessel, with 6 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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/14/2000. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 0.00 knots.

Tug "NORTHERN SPIRIT" towing barge "NPI-230' reported tug's air line to throttle blew causing the tug to stop. The tug turned to 'stbd' and just managed to avoid the barge, which ended up almost alongside her.