On 7/2/2002 1, the vessel PLACENTIA SOUND (Official Number 704563) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 5 NM WSW OF ST. BARBE, NEWFOUNDLAND,.

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 unknown pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/3/2002 8. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 20.00 knots.

The M/V "PLACENTIA SOUND" with 6 POB reported a dual engine shut-down due to water contaminated fuel. Water drained from day tank and engines restarted. Vessel subsequently suffered a re-occurrence of initial problem. Vessel now secured in St. Barbe.