On 4/8/2005 1, the vessel NOAH MATHESON (Official Number 820727) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 35 NM NORTH OF FOGO ISLAND, NFLD,.

The vessel, with 6 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

F/V reported rudder trouble and unable to steer.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 15.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/13/2005 .