On 1/23/2016 , the vessel CAP PIERRE (Official Number 11252) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in St-Simeon, QC., QUEBEC (QC).

The vessel, with 25 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

On 23 January 2016, the crude oil tanker "CAP PIERRE" became disabled due to a steering gear failure. The crew carried out the repairs and the vessel resumed its transit. . Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 1/23/2016 .