On 8/22/2018 , the vessel ENERGY PROGRESS (Official Number 739379) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in Les Escoumins, QC, QUEBEC (QC).

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 8/22/2018 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 10.00 knots.

On 22 August 2018, the chemical tanker "ENERGY PROGRESS" experienced a problem with the no. 3 cylinder exhaust valve on its way to the pilot station at Les Escoumins, QC. The vessel returned to the Les Rasades anchorage to replace the defective part.