On 1/16/2014 , the vessel THE RECEIVER GENERAL (Official Number 809832) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in Cape Sable Island, NS, NOVA SCOTIA (NS).

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

On 16 January 2014, the F/V "THE RECEIVER GENERAL" reported as disabled 13 nm SW of Cape Sable Island, N.S. The vessel was towed to Woods Harbour, N.S.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as UNKNOWN

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the E at 5.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 1/16/2014 .