On 10/2/2018 , the vessel SCOTIAN (Official Number 836499) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in East La Have, NOVA SCOTIA (NS).

The vessel, with 2 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 10/3/2018 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 7.00 knots.

On 02 October 2018, the cable ferry "SCOTIAN" had the aft bull wheel shaft break. The vessel lost propulsion until a repair was effected and it continued to its destination. There were no injuries nor pollution as a result of this occurrence.