On 7/28/2001 , the vessel NO SWEAT (Official Number 811643) was involved in a sank - flooding in 40 NM E OF EAST BAR, SABLE ISLAND,.

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 unknown pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/11/2001. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 5.00 knots.

Oil Rig "GALAXY II" sighted dense black smoke to East of their position. Rig stand-by vessel investigated. 5 POB aboard F/V "NO SWEAT" had discovered fire and abandoned to liferaft. No distress call made. No EPIRB. No SART.