On 2/14/1990 , the vessel SEA SHUTTLE (Official Number 811389) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 27 NM SOUTHWEST OF CAPE ST MARY'S, NFLD,.
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 3/1/1990 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 30.00 knots.
VSL LOST HER STEERING, CCG ANN HARVEY TOWED THE VSL TO PORT Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-90