On 10/14/1988, the vessel LITTLE DARREN (Official Number 810432) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 50 NM SOUTHEAST OF SHELBURNE, N.S.,.
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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/8/1989 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 27.00 knots.
LOST CONTROL OF HER RUDDER DUE TO A BROKEN CLAMP ON THE STEERINGRAM Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88