On 12/2/2017 , the vessel TETHYS SEA (Official Number 823816) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in Freeport, NS., NEW BRUNSWICK (NB).

The vessel, with 5 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

On 02 December 2017, the fishing vessel "TETHYS SEA", with 5 people on board, reported being disabled with a reduction gear failure. The fishing vessel "EXPECTATIONS" towed the vessel to Grand Manan, NB.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as UNKNOWN

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/2/2017 .