On 6/17/2004 , the vessel BIG RED M. (Official Number 808661) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in SOUTH COAST OF NEWFOUNDLAND, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR (NL).
The vessel, with 5 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 unknown pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/22/2004 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 20.00 knots.
At 1441 UTC, on 17 June 2004, Vessel was reported as disabled with rudder problems and requesting assistance