The MV Dali, the cargo vessel responsible for the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, has resumed operations following repairs at Fujian Huadong Shipyard in China.
The ship, which had been docked since November, completed its repairs ahead of schedule and departed the yard on January 12, marking its return to trading. The collision occurred on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, when the MV Dali, en route from Baltimore to Colombo, Sri Lanka, struck the iconic Francis Scott Key Bridge.
The impact led to a catastrophic partial collapse of the structure, resulting in the tragic deaths of six individuals and inflicting severe damage to Maryland’s infrastructure and environment. The bridge, a vital transport artery, suffered immense structural damage, leading to widespread disruptions.
In the aftermath of the disaster, lawsuits were filed for compensation for the significant damages caused by the accident, including infrastructure repairs, environmental remediation, and economic losses.
An interim report from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) shed light on the cause of the collision. Investigations by engineers from HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) identified a loose cable connection at node 381 in the ship’s control line as the likely culprit.
