A container ship registered in Singapore collided with the riverbank of the Hooghly River in India’s eastern region on August 13, 2026. The vessel was en route to the port of Kolkata when the incident occurred.
According to reports, the crash resulted from a steering malfunction that left the ship’s crew unable to maintain proper control of the vessel. The mechanical failure prevented the captain from navigating the waterway safely as the ship approached its destination.
The incident highlights ongoing concerns about maritime safety in heavily trafficked river systems. Authorities have not yet released detailed information regarding potential damage to the vessel, cargo, or environmental impact from the collision.
Originally reported by Aljazeera →
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