Tragic Collapse of Francis Scott Key Bridge Leaves Six Dead and Billions in Damage: A Closer Look at the Technical Failure and Its Implications for International Shipping

Focus on the investigation into the ship blackout that caused it to hit the bridge

The Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore, United States collapsed on Tuesday, leading to a blackout of the Dali ship and the deaths of at least six people. Investigations are currently focused on the technical failure that caused the collapse, and its implications will not only affect international shipping but also those responsible for the estimated damages of over $2 billion, as reported by S&P Global Ratings.

Prior to the accident, the ship had informed the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) about the loss of control and the risk of colliding with the bridge. Work to repair the bridge started on Saturday, with local authorities facing a challenging task of clearing a section of the bridge and creating a temporary channel. The process will involve multiple vessels and is expected to last several days.

In addition to restoring the bridge, local authorities are also prioritizing the release of the cargo ship and access to the port, which is

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