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BALTIMORE BRIDGE

What ship caused the Baltimore Key Bridge to collapse and what flag did the Dali have?

Synergy Marine Group, responsible for the container ship “Dali,” collided with one of the bridge’s pillars, and all its crew members survived the impact.

A view of the Francis Scott Key Bridge after it collapsed in Baltimore, Maryland.
HARFORD COUNTY MD FIRE & EMSvia REUTERS

A Singapore-flagged container ship, “Dali,” struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge early Tuesday. The authorities said that part of the span had collapsed, and an emergency response was underway. People were possibly in the water, and there were probable mass casualties.

Registered under the flag of Singapore, this maritime has an impressive array of specifications.

Vessel Profile:

Name: DALI

Ship Type: Container Ship

Flag: Singapore

Gross Tonnage: 95,128

Summer Deadweight (t): 116,851

Length Overall (m): 300

Beam (m): 48

Year of Build: 2015

What went wrong, and what provoked the collision?

Synergy Marine Group, a global shipping company, has issued a statement regarding the recent collision between its vessel, the ‘Dali,’ and a pillar of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. The company confirmed that all crew members, including the two pilots, have been accounted for, and no injuries have been reported.

While the exact cause of the collision is yet to be determined, Synergy Marine Group has mobilized its Qualified Individual Incident Response service to investigate the accident and ensure that all necessary actions are taken in accordance with applicable regulations. The incident has also been reported to the relevant authorities.

The Francis Scott Key Bridge, which spans the Patapsco River, is a key transportation route for Baltimore and the surrounding areas. The bridge is a vital link between the city’s port facilities and major highways, and any disruption to its operations can have significant economic consequences.

Synergy Marine Group has expressed its commitment to working closely with the authorities and the relevant stakeholders to ensure that the incident is fully investigated and appropriate measures are taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.