NOVA (1974)

S49E8 Why Ships Crash

On March 23, 2021, the massive Ever Given container ship collided with the Suez Canal's bank, causing a major disruption in global supply chains. What factors led to this incident? This episode chronicles the intense efforts to dislodge the ship and delves into the investigation surrounding one of the costliest maritime mishaps in history. Experts in maritime safety examine similar recent accidents, seeking insights into how such catastrophic collisions might be avoided in the future.