On 1/1/1996 1, the vessel AKTEA (Official Number 708962) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in SHINGLE POINT, TRINCOMALI CHANNEL, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 0 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 1/2/1996 1. Weather at the time was reported as .
Rudder stuck causing a near grounding. Anchored for repairs at nearby anchorage.