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The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland was a tragic event that not only affected US exports and numerous local businesses in Maryland but also reveals an important vulnerability of the brisges. Resensys has implemented bridge impact detection systems in various coastal areas across the US, revealing that bridges are frequently struck by ships, vessels, and barges, resulting in significant damage. Without proper monitoring, these impacts often go unnoticed until bridge inspections, leading to substantial repair costs. Explore our bridge impact monitoring systems here to mitigate such risks: https://lnkd.in/egdwX5Kc

𝙎𝙞𝙜𝙣𝙞𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙇𝙚𝙜𝙖𝙡 𝙎𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙡𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝘽𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝘽𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙜𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙥𝙨𝙚 𝙄𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩 In a recent development, the owner and operator of the cargo ship responsible for the Baltimore bridge collapse, Grace Ocean Private Ltd. and Synergy Marine Group of Singapore, have agreed to pay over $100 million to settle a lawsuit with the U.S. Justice Department. This settlement addresses the cleanup costs incurred by the federal government following the disaster, ensuring taxpayers are not burdened with these expenses. The incident, which occurred when the ship lost power and collided with a bridge support, tragically resulted in the deaths of six road crew members and disrupted maritime traffic for months. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫, 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐫𝐞𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞, 𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐨 $2 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐲𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝. This settlement marks a critical step in addressing the immediate financial impacts of the collapse. Further claims are still pending that will determine the full extent of financial responsibility for the incident. #LegalSettlement #MaritimeSafety #Infrastructure #JusticeDepartment #BaltimoreBridgeCollapse https://lnkd.in/gYSuKVqG

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On Tuesday, the House Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security held a hearing entitled “Building the Fleet: Assessing the Department of Homeland Security’s Role in the United States Coast Guard’s Acquisitions Process.” Things aren't going well. Five years after contract award, the functional design for the U.S Coast Guard's Polar Security Cutter (PSC) is only 67% complete. Originally, the lead ship was to be delivered in March of 2024. Although the experts called before the subcommittee pulled no punches in their criticism of the Polar Security Cutter program, the DHS and Coast Guard representatives did not respond to these criticisms directly, but instead focused their blame the original prime contractor and the general state of the U.S. Industrial Base- not a failure to mitigate risk. However, everyone knew that building the first heavy polar icebreaker in fifty years was going to be difficult and risky. It seems to me that the U.S. Coast Guard missed several opportunities to mitigate that risk, resulting in the current projected five-year delay in delivery and a cost nearly twice that of what was originally projected. A revised schedule is due later this year. In a move that seems unexplainable, the USCG awarded the PSC design and construction contract to the only one (of three bids) backed by a team with no experience in icebreakers. This seems like a case of picking the lowest bidder that technically met the requirement and hoping that things go well. The USCG needs icebreakers- eight or nine of which 4 or five will be PSCs. In order to prevent similar problems in the next class- the so-called Arctic Security Cutters- the USCG needs to seriously consider why and how it failed to mitigate risk in the PSC program and make changes to avoid a similar outcome. Please read, subscribe, and share!

Update on our March 27th bridge collapse session. The quick action taken by cutting off traffic and the efforts of first responders were praised by CEOs. Did you know that 1.3 million trucks use the bridge annually 3,600 per day will now be endued by 30 miles of detours. The collapse has also raised a critical question: are new tankers getting too large to navigate bridges built decades ago? This overall size of these vessels impacts not only bridges but also widely used waterways throughout the world like the Panama and Suez Canals. It will take a long time to determine the cause. While the collapse will undoubtedly have an economic impact, it will be most challenging in Baltimore and adjacent east coast ports. Lastly, the leadership of Maryland's governor Wes Moore and the entire team of supporting agencies underscored that in a crisis like this, our leaders step up and demonstrate the strength of American leadership.

🤔Thought this video was worth sharing as I’ve seen and heard so many residents ask why our power lines aren’t underground. 🌆Houston’s expansive and diverse geography, coupled with its high water table and frequent flooding, adds complexity and cost to such projects. Additionally, the disruption caused by digging up streets and residential areas to bury lines is a major deterrent. Despite the benefits of improved aesthetics and reduced vulnerability to weather-related outages, the economic and practical hurdles have kept Houston from widely adopting underground power infrastructure. However, in the face of hurricanes and other severe weather events we must invest in better infrastructure, enhancing our emergency response systems, and ensuring that our communication channels are more robust and effective. I pledge to keep you informed and involved in these efforts, and to prioritize the safety and well-being of every Houstonian. Together, we will build a stronger, more resilient Houston. #DistrictK

Check out this informative blog post on understanding underground storage tank removals in Texas! Property owners, this guide is a must-read for ensuring compliance and safety. #TexasPropertyOwners #USTRemovals #ComplianceIsKey 🛢️💡

DNU Recovery Pipeline Risk is a big part of logistics, especially expedited. Carriers wind up making many brokers unhappy and wind up on their DNU (Do Not Use) lists. #logistics #supplychainefficiency #expeditedshipping

Montana systems are working hard to identify and replace lead service lines according to EPA guidance. You can do your part by educating yourself and your communities about these mandated deadlines. Learn more about the potential changes in the Lead & Copper Rule Improvements and why the upcoming Lead Service Line Inventory is so critical for Montana systems in this interview from AWWA, the American Water Works Association. #gettheleadout406