The steel frame of the Francis Scott Key Bridge sits on top of the container ship Dali after the bridge collapsed, in Baltimore on March 26, 2024. Jim Watson/AFP via Getty Images
The major bridge collapse at the port of Baltimore could lead to a ripple effect in the shipping industry and potentially make a dent in the broader economy.
The port has become one of the most significant trade hubs in the U.S. today, with 12 private and 5 state-owned public marine terminals.
