On 5/20/2006 , the vessel LYSANDRE (Official Number 812552) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in MAGDALEN ISLANDS, QC, QUEBEC (QC).

The vessel, with 2 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 6/15/2006 . Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the SE at 35.00 knots.

On 20 May 06 off the Magdalen Islands in strong wind conditions, the fishing vessel LYSANDRE experienced steering gear failure. The vessel was towed to port by the auxilliary vessel BIOCK