On 2/12/2019 , the vessel NICHOLAS R. (Official Number 802442) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in West Dover, NS., NOVA SCOTIA (NS).

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 2/12/2019 . Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the NNW at knots.

On 12 February 2019, the fishing vessel "NICHOLAS R.", with 4 people on board, was reported disabled due to a gearbox failure. The Canadian Coast Guard ship “SAMBRO” towed the vessel to West Dover, NS.