On 9/19/2016 , the vessel VECTIS CASTLE (Official Number 839776) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in Pointe-à-Boisvert CIP 4, QC, QUEBEC (QC).

The vessel, with 12 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 9/20/2016 . Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the NE at 35.00 knots.

On 19 September 2016, the general cargo ship "VECTIS CASTLE" sustained a variable pitch propeller failure while transiting at Pointe-à-Boisvert, Gulf of St. Lawrence, QC. The crew carried out the repairs and the vessel resumed its voyage.