On 6/25/2003 , the vessel EASTERN RETRIEVER (Official Number 821665) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 68 NM NE OF CAPE SPEAR, NFLD.,.
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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/25/2003 . Weather at the time was reported as .
The F/V "EASTERN RETRIEVER" with 6 POB was reported disabled with a broken tailshaft.