On 12/5/1999 , the vessel SAN NICOLAS (Official Number 9740) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 42 NM SE OF LAMALINE, NFLD,.

The vessel, with 20 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 05 December, 1999 the M/V "SAN NICHOLAS" reported steering problems. After making temporary repairs the vessel proceeded to Sydney, NS. . Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 15.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/4/1999 .