On 10/31/1997, the vessel CHELSEA BRIDGE (Official Number 716211) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in MONTREAL HARBOUR, QUE.,.
The vessel, with 24 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 11/21/1997. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the E at 7.00 knots.
Vessel lost steering with rudder starboard.