On 3/20/2004 , the vessel POLAR VENTURE (Official Number 821693) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 3 NM N OF TWILLINGATE, NL,.

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 3/22/2004 . Weather at the time was reported as .

The F/V "POLAR VENTURE" with 6 POB reported ice-related rudder damage. Vessel was assisted by a CCG vessel and subsequently secured in Twillingate.