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Something about this smells very off…. Another Massive container ship loses power near NYC Bridge days after Baltimore Key Bridge. In a recent incident that highlights the complexities of maritime logistics, the M/V APL Qingdao, a massive 89,000-ton container ship, lost propulsion power while traversing the Kill Van Kull, a crucial shipping lane between Staten Island and Bayonne, New Jersey. The vessel, registered in Malta and owned by French shipping giant CMA CGM, was en route to Norfolk, Virginia, when the incident occurred near the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge. Thanks to the swift action of three tugboats escorting the APL Qingdao, the ship was guided to safety and regained propulsion shortly after. This event comes on the heels of another significant incident where a cargo vessel collided with Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, resulting in a tragic loss of life and disruption to maritime transit. These incidents underscore the importance of robust safety measures and protocols in the shipping industry. The Coast Guard’s requirement for a detailed casualty report and certification of the vessel’s propulsion system before resuming its voyage is a testament to the stringent safety standards in place. #MaritimeSafety #Logistics #ShippingIndustry #CyberAttack #technology #CyberSecurityAwareness

Baltimore Ship Accident Has East Coast Ports Scrambling to Absorb Cargo. The aftermath of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse has triggered a swift response from East Coast ports, working to absorb diverted cargo and mitigate supply chain disruptions. As negotiations continue and operations adapt, the incident underscores the resilience needed in today's interconnected logistics networks. #SupplyChainDisruptions #PortOperations #LogisticsChallenges #SupplyChainResilience

Deeply saddened by the tragic incident in Baltimore, Maryland (my home state) with the Key Bridge, and for the individuals and families affected. This article provides a glimpse into the economic impact of this catastrophe for the region, especially trucking and logistics. The Port of Baltimore is the biggest handler of US imports and exports of cars and light trucks. With the Port out of commission, where will the cargo be directed? What ports can handle the capacity? #industrial #cre #trucking

This is a major interruption which will create significant challenges on the US East Coast for US importers and exporters. #portofbaltiomore, #containerships, #imports, #exports, #oceanshipments

𝗕𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗽𝘀𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗿𝘂𝗽𝘁𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 A major cargo ship collision has caused significant disruption to port operations in Baltimore, Maryland. Here's the key takeaway: 🚢Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse: A cargo ship crashed into the bridge early Tuesday morning, causing its collapse. 🚢Loss of Life: Six construction workers on the bridge are confirmed dead, with two bodies recovered. 🚢Port Shutdown: The Maryland Port Administration has suspended all vessel traffic in and out of Baltimore until further notice. 🚢Shipping Lines Impacted: Hapag-Lloyd and Wallenius Wilhelmsen have suspended services and are exploring alternative solutions to minimize customer impact. ✍️Expected Impact: This incident is likely to cause congestion at European ports and vehicle compounds as cargo is diverted. #hapagllyod #shippinglines #walleniuswihelmsen #baltimore #cargo #roroservice #collision

The recent incident at the Port of Baltimore has resulted in a significant disruption of maritime traffic. A Maersk-charted vessel, part of the 2M Alliance's TP12/Empire service, collided with a key suspension bridge, leading to its collapse and causing casualties and vehicles to fall into the water. This event has necessitated the closure of the port, which is a critical hub for container lines and the largest on the US East Coast for roll-on, roll-off cargo. The suspension of vessel traffic is likely to exert pressure on container lines, potentially affecting ocean service reliability and causing congestion at other ports due to diverted vessel calls. Despite the maritime standstill, the port's main container terminal, Seagirt, continues to process trucks. Seagirt is a significant terminal, having handled over a million TEUs and nearly 400,000 auto units last year. The Maryland Port Administration has confirmed that the suspension will remain in effect until further notice, emphasizing the severity of the situation and the ongoing efforts to manage the aftermath. #portofbaltimore, #containershipping, #imports, #exports, #maritime, #oceanservices

Baltimore Shipping Channel Fully Reopens | Transport Topics https://hubs.ly/Q02BlBrC0

When the Key Bridge was built in 1977 across the harbor of Baltimore, the biggest cargo vessels that sailed into the port carried 2,000 or 3,000 shipping containers. The Dali was loaded with about 4,700 40-foot shipping containers when it slammed into the bridge, destroying the steel structure and killing six people. It was nearly full. It was built in 2015 to hold the equivalent of nearly 10,000 20-foot equivalent units, or TEUs, a standard measure of capacity. The Dali isn’t the first cargo ship to topple a U.S. bridge. The Summit Venture struck the Sunshine Skyway Bridge near Tampa, Fla., in 1980, collapsing a section of the span and killing 35 people. The bridge was replaced and a complex system of buoys and monitors was added to help guard the new span from a potential ship strike. Ocean vessels—from container carriers to cruise ships—have become supersize in recent decades as owners sought to reduce costs, lower fuel emissions and maximize capacity on the most popular routes. The expansion of the Panama Canal in 2016 made it possible for bigger ships to cross from Asia to the U.S. East Coast. The Dali, which is 158-feet wide and 984-feet long, is designed to be just big enough to fit through the expanded canal and unload in a port like Baltimore. The Dali, however, is dwarfed by ultralarge containerships that can hold nearly 15,000 TEUs and connect Asia and the California ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. Those ships are too big for the Panama Canal or Baltimore’s port. Maersk, which chartered the Dali on its latest voyage, set off the boat race. In 2013, the shipping line introduced a new generation of ultralarge ships with capacity for 20,000 TEUs. They were double the size of the largest ships the industry operated just 10 years earlier. Shipyards in China and Korea have been competing since to pump out the biggest boats for a once-fragmented industry that has consolidated to a handful of shipping lines dominating the seas. The current record holder, the MSC Irina, can carry roughly 24,000 TEUs and is 1,312-feet long.  

What Major Milestone Awaits the Port of Baltimore? After months of debris and delays, the main channel is finally reopening. Crews are working tirelessly to ensure safe passage for vessels. The supply chain is about to get a much-needed boost. #PortOfBaltimore #Logistics #SupplyChain #Shipping #Freight #Transportation #Maritime #Warehousing #Cargo #Trucking #LogisticsManagement #GlobalTrade #ImportExport #EcommerceLogistics #FreightForwarding #SupplyChainManagement

Amidst the aftermath of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge, the Port of Baltimore is grappling with significant disruptions in shipping operations. The bridge collapse has effectively blocked access to the port's primary terminals, leading to shipping terminals like Tradepoint Atlantic preparing for an influx of redirected ships.   Tradepoint Atlantic has announced its plans to process approximately 10,000 vehicles over the next 15 days, encompassing ships redirected due to the bridge collapse. Nevertheless, the cleanup efforts have presented logistical challenges, as salvage operations are hindered by inclement weather and murky river conditions.   Despite the opening of temporary channels to facilitate the cleanup, the shallow depth of these channels restricts their usage for commercial vessels. Ongoing work is being undertaken to establish a third channel, aiming to restore greater commercial activity. However, until then, shipping companies must navigate the hurdles of rerouting their cargo.   Recognizing the impact on port employees and small businesses affected by the port's closure or partial closure, the Maryland Senate has taken measures to provide assistance. As efforts to clear the wreckage and reinstate commercial operations persist, Super Dry remains dedicated to offering reliable solutions for container management and cargo protection. With our expertise and innovative products, we are fully prepared to support the shipping industry during this challenging period and ensure the safe and punctual delivery of goods.