On 7/18/2000 , the vessel R. & S. VENTURE (Official Number 813979) was involved in a risk of sinking in 300 NM E OF SABLE ISLAND, TAIL OF GRAND BANKS,.

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

The 14.6m GRP F/V "R. & S. VENTURE" reported taking on water through stern tube. Pumps managing ingress of water. Vessel proceeding to port. Communications schedule established with Placentia CGR.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the ENE at 15.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/19/2000 .