On 7/13/2003 , the vessel GAFFER III (Official Number 816238) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 3 NM S OF ST. ANTHONY, NEWFOUNDLAND,.
The vessel, with 3 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 8/6/2003 7. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 15.00 knots.
The small passenger vessel "GAFFER III" with 39 POB was reported disabled and drifting towards an iceberg. Vessel was subsequently towed in to St. Anthony.