On 9/19/2002 , the vessel GOLD RIVER (Official Number 8045) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in OFF SECTION 11 PORT OF TROIS RIVIERES, QUÉBEC, QUEBEC (QC).

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 9/20/2002 . Weather at the time was reported as .

The pilot of the upbound vessel "GOLD RIVER" reportedly experienced steering problems which forced the vessel to rapidly anchor.