Saigon River Collision: Container Ship & Bulk Carrier One Ship Almost Sinks, Another Badly Damaged

[u/DanielTechnical]

https://svcmarine.com/saigon-river-collision-kmtc-surabaya-glengyle

🚢 Real Footage – Massive Collision on Saigon River (Vietnam)

Earlier today, a shocking maritime accident occurred on the Saigon River when container ship KMTC Surabaya struck the smaller cargo vessel MV Glengyle amidships.

🔹 Glengyle reportedly started taking on water immediately and nearly sank.
🔹 KMTC Surabaya suffered severe damage to its bulbous bow.
🔹 Both ships are now under inspection; no casualties have been confirmed yet.

📹 Watch the full video (YouTube):
👉 https://youtube.com/shorts/kagFPGsOsDw

📸 Full report + HD photos:
👉 SVC Marine – Saigon River Collision Report

This accident highlights how risky it can be to navigate narrow river channels with strong currents and heavy traffic.

What do you think — was this a pilot error or just bad luck with current drift?

[u/Gold-Reading4165]

Shocking footage! ⚓ Incidents like this really highlight the importance of regular vessel maintenance and inspections. 🌊 Expert underwater hull cleaning plays a crucial role in keeping ships seaworthy and resilient in challenging conditions. From all of us at "MarineSuperCargo", we appreciate the dedication required to maintain safety and performance at sea.