On 7/17/2003 , the vessel D. & A. SWELL RIDER (Official Number 813969) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 65 NM SOUTHWEST OF YARMOUTH, N.S.,.
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 7/18/2003 . Weather at the time was reported as unknown.
The F/V "D & A SWELL RIDER" was reported disabled after losing her propeller. The vessel was subsequently towed into port.