On 10/5/2001 , the vessel SUNDOWER (Official Number 804359) was involved in a risk of sinking in OFF RICHIBUCTO, NB, NEW BRUNSWICK (NB).

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 10/12/2001. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 10.00 knots.

F/V "SUN DOWER" reported taking on water after preventer on rudder parted allowing it to strike the propeller. Water entering through rudder gland/stock. V/L in no immediate danger. Towed to Richibucto and secured.