On 4/12/2005 , the vessel VERNON'S VENTURE (Official Number 821669) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 30 NM SOUTH OF ST. ANTHONY, NL,.
The vessel, with 9 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 4/12/2005 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the NE at 25.00 knots.
The F/V "VERNON'S VENTURE" reported a loss of steering and requested a tow.