Singapore Cargo Ship Incident at Baltimore Bridge
Singapore’s port authority confirmed that a cargo ship collided with a Baltimore bridge, leading to its collapse and the blockage of one of the busiest US commercial harbors. The vessel had passed two overseas inspections in 2023, with all necessary certificates in place.
Inspection Details
- The vessel’s required classification society and statutory certificates were valid at the time of the incident.
- A faulty monitor gauge for fuel pressure was rectified in June.
The Singapore-flagged ship experienced a momentary loss of propulsion before hitting the Francis Scott Key Bridge, resulting in its collapse and the obstruction of the commercial harbor.
Response and Investigation
Late Tuesday, investigators from the port authority and the Transport Safety Investigation Bureau were en route to Baltimore to assist the US Coast Guard. US authorities have suspended the search for the six missing individuals due to cold water temperatures and the time elapsed since the incident.
Port of Baltimore Statistics
The Port of Baltimore ranks as the ninth-busiest major US port for both foreign cargo handled and foreign cargo value. It directly supports over 15,000 jobs and nearly 140,000 additional jobs.
