State Of Maryland Sues Owner & Operator Of MV Dali Ship Over Baltimore Bridge Collapse

Maryland files a lawsuit against the owners and operators of the MV Dali, blaming them for the catastrophic Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.

The accident in March 2024 killed six construction workers and caused extensive damage to the bridge, which served thousands daily.

State, local, and federal authorities seek compensation from Singapore-based Grace Ocean Private Limited and Synergy Marine Group.

The lawsuit accuses the companies of negligence, citing poor mechanical maintenance and the ship's electrical blackout.

Maryland wants compensation for bridge reconstruction, environmental damages, and lost toll revenue due to the prolonged traffic disruption.

The U.S. Department of Justice also filed a lawsuit, claiming the ship’s critical systems were 'jury-rigged' to stay operational.

The ship’s owners deny the charges and aim to limit liability to $44 million—much less than the hundreds of millions in claims.

The bridge collapse disrupted traffic to the Port of Baltimore, a crucial freight hub, leading to significant economic losses.