Bluenose II idled again after bearing fails in steering system

Bluenose Ii Steering

(LUNENBURG, Nova Scotia) — The Bluenose II is once again undergoing repairs after a bearing in its steering pump failed, CBC News reported. Sailing was canceled Thursday morning as crews tried to fix the problem. It was the latest setback for Nova Scotia's ambassador sailing ship, which has been rocked by troubles during a multi-year, multimillion-dollar refit.

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By Professional Mariner Staff