On 9/27/2005 , the vessel FINS 'N SKINS (Official Number 824957) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 52 NM ESE OF CAPE SABLE ISLAND, NS,.

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 "FINS 'N SKINS" requested assistance after losing their rudder. The vessel was subsequently towed to Shelburne, NS.. 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 9/28/2005 .