Singapore to Investigate The 'Dali'; The ship that crashed into The Baltimore Bridge

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) is launching an investigation into the incident where the Singapore-flagged ship Dali collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland. The collision occurred around 1:30 AM on March 26, 2024, causing the bridge to collapse within seconds. Authorities have called off search and rescue operations, presuming six people dead and rescuing two others, one of whom is in serious condition. The MPA, along with Singapore’s Transport Safety Investigation Bureau (TSIB), will conduct an independent marine safety investigation under the International Maritime Organisation’s Casualty Investigation Code to identify lessons that can prevent future marine casualties. The focus is not on apportioning responsibility but on enhancing safety measures. The MPA will continue to support the US Coast Guard and local authorities, working closely with the ship’s management company, Synergy Marine, and requesting technical assessments from the ship’s classification society, ClassNK. The Dali, registered under Singapore’s flag since October 2016, had 22 crew members on board during the collision, all of whom were reported safe