On 5/13/2017 , the vessel FEDERAL ALSTER (Official Number 90503) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in Les Escoumins Pilotage Station, 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 13 May 2017, the bulk carrier "FEDERAL ALSTER" while taking his pilot, at Les Escoumins, QC became disabled due to a main engine failure. The vessel resumed its transit after repairs were carried out.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as UNKNOWN

Weather at the time was reported as overcast. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/13/2017 .