On 9/30/1997 , the vessel NORWEGIAN DREAM (Official Number 723123) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 27 MILES EAST OF ILES DE LA MADELEINE,.

The vessel, with 517 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 10/2/1997 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.

V/l sustained an electrical transformer failure in the engine-room. Propulsion power lost but auxiliary power in operation. Various resources dispatched to area as vessel stopped and drifting. At 302235Z, power restored.