On 11/1/2016 , the vessel EVANS SPIRIT (Official Number 839265) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in Sept-Iles, QC, QUEBEC (QC).

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 none pollution.

On 01 November 2016, the general cargo "EVANS SPIRIT" sustained a black out due to a false alarm that shut down the main engine while on shaft alternator on the St-Lawrence River, 30 nm SSW of Sept-Iles, QC. The vessel regained control shortly afterwards and resumed its voyage.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the E at knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/1/2016 .