On 10/26/2012, the vessel BLUE PUTTEES (Official Number 835224) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in SYDNEY, NS, NOVA SCOTIA (NS).

The vessel, with 69 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 10/30/2012. Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the N at 25.00 knots.

On 26 October 2012, the ferry "BLUE PUTTEES" reported the starboard propeller pitch failed full astern while docking in North Sydney, N.S. Vessel out of service until a technician determines and corrects the cause. No damage reported.