On 1/11/2002 , the vessel LEIF ERICSON (Official Number 821679) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in PORT AUX BASQUES RANGE LL# 167 (H223.1),SW NFLD, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR (NL).

The vessel, with 54 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 1/14/2002 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NE at 5.00 knots.

Vessel experienced total machinery failure while leaving port. Regained power 15 minutes later.