On 7/26/2003 , the vessel SIRIUS-1 (Official Number 822237) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in CAP-DE-LA-MADELEINE, FLEUVE SAINT-LAURENT, QUEBEC (QC).

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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/28/2003 . Weather at the time was reported as .

The hydrofoil ''SIRIUS-1'' with passengers on board, experienced engine problems. Passengers were safely transfer to the ''POLINA III''. No damage involved.