On 5/9/2003 1, the vessel PAUL-ANDRE (Official Number 824177) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 10 NM NW OF POINTE ESCUMINAC, NB,.

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

The F/V "PAUL-ANDRE" with 2 POB was reported disabled with a broken propellor shaft. The F/V "BOY GEORGE" rendered assistance and towed the vessel to Neguac, NB.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as UNKNOWN

Weather at the time was reported as unknown. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/12/2003 .