On 7/1/1996 1, the vessel JOHN & RAY (Official Number 812223) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 3.4 MILES NXE CAPE GABARUS, GABARUS BAY, NS.,.

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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/3/1996 7. Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the SW at knots.

Vessel disabled with damage to rudder stock. CGS "Louisbourg" tasked to assist. Vessel towed to and secured at Louisbourg.