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Adult                Fare  Â£15:00 Child under 12 Fare £10:00 Trips run daily from 1.00p.m Easter to October  (weather and numbers permitting)

In the last few weeks Puffins and Gannets have been sighted 2 miles off the coast.

(2 June 2012)

In May 2012 Harbour porpoises have been spotted on quite a number of cruises round the castle headland.

THE C R U I S E THAT TAKES YOU IN AMONGST THE SEALS!

Come to Scarborough and sail on the M.V. Queensferry, our 37ft motor launch. Enjoy Yorkshire's spectacular coastline on your way to a photo opportunity with the seals or take in the scenery on a bay cruise. Whether you want to admire the views, get to know the local wildlife or join us for an angling trip, there's something here for you.

Trips run from Easter to October (weather and numbers permitting)

Adult Fare £15:00 Under 12s Fare £10:00 Cruises last approx. 1 hour 45 mins inc. photo stops

We also do cruises around South Bay and Castle Headland as well as angling trips of up to 8 hrs.

Trips leave from West Pier Slipway Scarborough Harbour Opposite Harbour Bar Cafe

Tel: 01723 379 126 Mobile: 0783 4410 309

Come aboard the Queensferry for a cruise that brings you close to nature.

If conditions are favourable you might even see a Puffin or a Porpoise!

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Becca Marie Sealife Safari

Welcome to becca marie sealife safari.

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Providing trips from Scarborough down the coast to view and take photographs of wildlife in its natural environment. 

Bempton Cliffs Nature Reserve is at the heart of the UK's largest sea bird colony. One of the UK's top wildlife must visit spectacles.

Around half a million Sea Birds gather here between March and October to raise their families on the towering chalk cliffs. 

WILDLIFE TO LOOK OUT FOR ON THE TRIP:

Seals, Porpoises and on occasions Bottle Nose Dolphins and Minke Whales

WILDLIFE TO LOOK OUT FOR ON THE CLIFFS: 

Puffins, Gannets,  Razorbills, Guillemots and Kittiwake

Becca Marie is purpose built passenger boat which is certified to carry 12 passengers and is fitted out to accommodate passengers comfortably. Onboard there is a toilet  and hot & cold drinking facilities. There is a heated wheel house WITH SEATING and open deck WITH seating.

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THE TRIPS TO BEMPTON CLIFFS ARE APROX 3 HOURS LONG. THE BOAT LEAVES FROM SCARBOROUGH HARBOUR AT 9:00AM  / 10:00AM.  

ON THE WAY TO BEMPTON THE BOAT STOPS AT A LOCAL WILDLIFE ATTRACTION CALLED HORSE ROCKS WHERE THERE IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SPOT SEALS.  

THE BOAT MAY ALSO STOP FOR PHOTOGRAPHIC OPPORTUNITIES IF ANY OTHER INTERESTING WILDLIFE IS SPOTTED. (SEE THE DOLPHIN CLIP IN THE VIDEO SECTION ON THIS WEBPAGE)

TRIP ALSO INCLUDES ABOUT 25 MINUTES WORTH OF CHUM (FISH BITS) TO ATTRACT WILDLIFE. 

THE BOAT WILL SPEND APPROXIMATELY HALF HOUR UNDER THE CLIFFS AT BEMPTON PROVIDING AMPLE TIME TO SPOT AND PHOTOGRAPH PUFFINS AND OTHER LOCAL WILDLIFE. 

THE RETURN HOME TAKES APPROXIMATELY 45 MINUTES AT 15 KNOTS.  

ALL TRIPS ARE SUBJECT TO SEA STATE AND WEATHER PERMITTING.

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Are you looking for an exciting adventure on the water? We explore some of the best Scarborough boat trips you can enjoy when you visit.

A boat trip is one of the best ways to experience the North Yorkshire Coastline . With so many to choose from, we compiled them into an article so that you can choose the best one for you, such as sightseeing tours, wildlife spotting trips and fishing excursions. Here are a selection of Scarborough boat trips for you to consider.

Scarborough Speedboat Rides

Scarborough Speedboat Rides

This family-owned business has a deep love for the sea and all the wonders it has to offer. As well as the below trip options, you can even charter one of their boats for a special occasion. They give riders more than just a simple ride across the bay.

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10-minute fast speed boat ride

Experience an exhilarating ride across Scarborough’s North and South Bays. With speeds exceeding 30 knots and thrilling high-speed turns, this is a ride the whole family can enjoy. You don’t need to book in advance – check their opening times and come along on the day to enjoy the breathtaking scenery. (Book in advance for large groups to avoid disappointment.)

30-mins party trips

Children’s pirate party: Embark on an exciting pirate journey with a treasure map that will be given to you upon boarding the boat. Your little ones will get to direct the captain to the first clue, leading to a series of clues and ultimately to a treasure chest if successful. This adventure is perfect for families and can accommodate up to 11 passengers. This activity requires booking in advance and is weather dependent on the day.

Stag & hen parties: Experience the ultimate 30-minute adventure on a navy commando assault craft designed for high speed and intense manoeuvres. This is not your average boat ride – it’s a white-knuckle, adrenaline-fueled thrill ride not for the faint of heart. Advanced booking is required for this one-of-a-kind experience that will leave you feeling exhilarated and fully alive. So, get ready to hold on tight as you embark on an extreme commando boat ride like no other.

1-hour Sea Safari

Take a thrilling one-hour journey up the coast and witness the historic coastline of North Yorkshire. Experience an up-close encounter with marine life, such as seals , porpoises, and a diverse range of sea birds, including adorable puffins and striking cormorants. Learn more about wildlife on the North Yorkshire Coast here.

Website: www.scarboroughspeedboatrides.co.uk

Location: Golden Ball Slipway, Scarborough, YO11 1PQ

Becca Marie Sealife Safari

Becca Marie Sealife Safari

Take a trip down the coast from Scarborough and witness the beauty of wildlife in its natural habitat. This is the perfect vessel for your adventure, boasting a purpose-built design with a certified capacity for 12 passengers. Enjoy the comfort of the onboard facilities, including a toilet and hot and cold drinking stations. Take in the sights from the heated wheelhouse or open deck, which offers ample seating options for your comfort.

Trip to Bempton Cliffs

The trip to Bempton Cliffs usually takes around 3 hours. You can catch the boat from Scarborough Harbour. On the way to Bempton, the boat will stop at a local wildlife attraction called Horse Rocks, where you might be lucky enough to spot some seals. If the crew spots other exciting wildlife along the way, they may also stop for photo opportunities.

During the trip, you’ll also experience about 25 minutes of chum (fish bits) being used to attract wildlife. Once you arrive at Bempton, the boat will spend approximately half an hour under the cliffs, giving you plenty of time to spot and photograph puffins and other local wildlife. The return journey should take around 45 minutes, travelling at 15 knots. However, please note that all trips are subject to sea state and weather permitting.

Website: www.becca-marie.co.uk

Location: 31-47 Sandside, Scarborough, YO11 1PG

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Whether you’re an avid wildlife enthusiast, fancy trying fishing or are just looking for a relaxing day out, a range of trips are available from Easter to October. Keep your eyes peeled for all sorts of seabirds, from Guillemots to Gannets, and you might even spot a Puffin or a Porpoise if the conditions are right.

One of the best ways to experience the stunning coastline is to travel southward to Casty Rocks. On this journey, you may be lucky to spot some local wildlife, including Common and Grey seals and Guillemots, Gannets, Cormorants, and Razorbills. In addition, you can glimpse Herons and Puffins or a visiting Porpoise farther out at sea if you have ideal conditions. While aboard, you can read information sheets about the seals and seabirds found in the area. The tour lasts 1 hour and 45 minutes, including a photo stop.

Scenic trips

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Jurassic Coast up close as you embark on a sailing adventure towards Cayton Bay . Alternatively, they take a leisurely cruise around the tranquil Castle Headland and explore the less crowded North Bay of Scarborough. The trip lasts an hour, and you’ll have plenty of opportunities to take in the stunning scenery and make unforgettable memories.

Fishing trips

The Queensferry is available for angling parties and can be chartered by booking through Neil, a skilled skipper with plenty of inshore and offshore angling experience. With his lifelong knowledge of the area, he knows where to take you for the best possible fishing experience, whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner. They offer trips up to 10 hours for a maximum of 12 anglers. Rods, reels, and bait are provided.

Website: www.queensferrycruises.com

Location: West Pier Slipway, Sandside, Scarborough Harbour, YO11 1PD

Skylark Fishing Trips

Skylark Fishing Trips

Skylark is a 35ft vessel with plenty of space for its passengers to roam. If you have young children, they are welcome to come aboard and enjoy the experience, although it is subject to sea conditions. For children under 12, a 3-hour trip is recommended before booking a longer one. They provide all the basic tackle and bait you need, but you can bring your own gear if you prefer. You can keep all the fish you catch if you want to take them home.

Skylark is ideal for groups and individuals looking for a fun and memorable experience. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, planning a family day out, or organising a stag party, this boat will not disappoint. It’s also perfect for coastal photography enthusiasts who want to capture breathtaking images of the sea and its surroundings.

3 hour fishing trips

These fishing trips are perfect for children and those new to fishing. They offer various options, including wreck fishing for cod, pollock, and ling and inshore rock fishing for cod and pollock. If younger anglers are on board, they can also fish on the clean ground to make the experience more accessible. While they prefer to target larger fish whenever possible, you can still catch dabs, whiting, and mackerel on clean ground.

Fishing Wrecks off Scarborough

There are a variety of old shipwrecks near Scarborough, many of which were sunk during the war, and some old trawlers. These wrecks allow catching various fish, including Cod, Ling, Pollock, and more. Some of these can be used for our 3-hour trips with favourable weather and tides. For longer trips, they have 80 wrecks within 10 nm of Scarborough, and some anglers have even taken over 100lb of fish in 8 hours from these wrecks. However, while fishing on these wrecks can be excellent, tackle losses due to snagging can be high, even in calm weather and a tranquil sea.

Website: www.skylarkfishingtrips.co.uk

Location: Golden Ball Slipway, Sandside, Scarborough, YO11 1PE

Scarborough Boat Trips

Yorkshire Coast Boat Trips

Yorkshire Coast Boat trips offer trips in comfort and style between the seaside towns of Whitby and Scarborough. You’ll be amazed at the views from the fully enclosed and heated cabin, which can accommodate up to twelve passengers. With comfortable seating and large windows, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the coast’s beauty while looking for any wildlife. If you are staying in Scarborough, join a trip up the coast and arrive in Whitby in style.

Scarborough to Whitby and Whitby to Scarborough Trips

After leaving Scarborough harbour, they journey northward around the headland where Scarborough Castle stands. Keep an eye out for the pyramid-shaped Sea Life Centre as they cross North Bay, passing by Burniston Rocks and Hayburn Wyke until reaching Ravenscar. Here you get to take a moment to observe the seals and enjoy the breathtaking sight of Robin Hood’s Bay . Once they pass the lighthouse at Hawsker, they enter Whitby harbour , which is nestled between the impressive twin piers . This boat trip is perfect for adults and children and a great way to experience the coastline. Customers are welcome to travel one-way (or return from the first trip of the day) between Whitby and Scarborough.

Website: www.yorkshirecoastboattrips.co.uk

Location: Quay Rd, Whitby, YO21 1DH

A boat trip in Scarborough is a fantastic way to explore the area’s coastline and sea life. The knowledgeable and friendly staff make sure that your trip is not only enjoyable but informative too. We hope we have helped you pick a boat trip when you’re in Scarborough, or if you already have a favourite, please let us know in the comments! We love to hear what you think.

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Experience the North Yorkshire coast from a unique perspective. Travel in comfort and style between the beautiful seaside towns of Whitby and Scarborough . This is a journey you'll never forget!

A one-way journey takes over  1 hour. Why not use Yorkshire Coast Boat Trips to travel between Yorkshire's historic ports?

If you're staying in Whitby, why not travel to Scarborough in style and enjoy a day out further down the coast. Option of a return via boat on first trip out later in the day. Or, if you prefer, get the bus. It takes a similar length of time and you'll get to see the Yorkshire coast from a different angle.

Staying in or near Scarborough? Join one of our trips up the coast and arrive in Whitby in style. Enjoy Whitby's historic charm.

2 hour round trip available from and back to Whitby. Our 2 hour trip enables you to spend more time with any wildlife we locate on the trip up and down the coast. 

Our boat carries up to twelve passengers in a fully-enclosed and heated cabin. Comfortable seats make for a relaxed ride, and large windows make it easier to spot wildlife.

Please have a look around our website to find out more about our boat, journey times and the wildlife you may see. And if you have any further questions or want to discuss a booking, please contact us.

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Whitby Harbour

This picture-perfect historic fishing town just oozes character from every twist and turn and cobbled street. See Whitby Abbey standing proud on the headland – location and inspiration for Bram Stoker’s Dracula and soak up its spooky atmosphere.

The home to Captain Cook – Whitby has evolved over the ages, building upon its ship building, jet making and fishing heritage to become arguable one of the most popular and well loved holiday locations. Boasting pubs, and restaurants plus stunning bars from which to grab a drink and tapas and watch the world go by.

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Scarborough

A place to enjoy traditional seaside fun, golden sands, historic castle, Sea Life Centre, working harbour, full range of shops (ideal wet day out) plus large family outdoor and indoor pool with spa, plus lots, lots more . Scarborough was one of the UKs very first seaside resorts - and it's easy to see why it has remained a firm favourite.

Scarborough boasts a wealth of wonderful eateries to enjoy a leisurely lunch, fish and chips for the traditional, pizza, and seafood restaurants all a few steps away form where the boat moors. You'll find plenty to see and do in Scarborough.

The Yorkshire coastline is home to the historic ports of Whitby and Scarborough. These two towns are some of the UK's favourite holiday destinations - and it's easy to see why!

Expansive sandy beaches, rugged cliffs and beautiful countryside are all within easy reach. Visitors to the Yorkshire coast will enjoy some of the best food, drink and holiday hospitality in the country. Whitby and Scarborough are home to some fantastic restaurants, bars and cafes.

You'll also be spoilt for choice when it comes to holiday accomodation. Choose from luxurious hotels, boutique bed and breakfasts and cosy cottages. Whether you're staying in town or out in the Yorkshire countryside, you're going to love it!

The coastal town of Scarborough and Whitby are fantastic options for a day out by the sea. And if you're looking to spend time in the great outdoors, you'll be spoiled for choice! The Cleveland Way and the Whitby to Scarborough to Cinder Track provide a route between the towns for walkers and cyclists. And don't forget the picturesque North York Moors National Park is on our doorstep.

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Pirate Ship Scarborough: Family Fun Boat Trip on Hispaniola

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The Hispianola pirate ship is located in the fishing area of Scarborough’s famous South Bay. The pirate ship offers an exciting boat trip for both adults and children in the stunning waters of the North Sea, around the North Yorkshire coastline.

Sights Along the Way

Departing from the beautiful Scarborough Harbour, the Hispaniola Pirate Ship sets sail on a fun journey along South Bay, treating passengers to panoramic seafront vistas. Feast your eyes upon the splendid facade of the Grand Hotel, the elegant Scarborough Spa, and the majestic South Cliff, which leads to the enchanting Italian Gardens.

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Abundant Marine Life

The waters surrounding Scarborough are teeming with an array of marine creatures. Keep a keen lookout for playful dolphins, graceful porpoises, and adorable seals, as they might appear during your boat trip, offering an unforgettable encounter with nature.

Pricing and Tickets

Embarking on this delightful boat trip is a wallet-friendly experience, as the Hispaniola Pirate Ship offers affordable ticket options for visitors. Both adults and children can secure their spots for a mere £6, and the trip lasts approximately half an hour. For a family of four, the total price would amount to £24, a small fee for such an enjoyable adventure.

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Furthermore, if you happen to have your family dog accompanying you, they are welcome aboard at no extra cost.

They only accept cash payments for the boat trip, so ensure you have sufficient change before arriving at the embarkation point.

Setting Sail Location

The designated meeting and queuing point is conveniently located opposite the Harbour Bar. You’ll easily spot a lifelike pirate statue, marking where you need to join the queue. If you find yourself exploring the town on foot, stroll to the bottom of the hill through the charming old town and cross the road to reach your destination.

You will also be able to get information about the boat trip here.

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Nearby Dining Options

Before or after your boat trip, indulge in the various cafes or restaurants nearby. As this is a highly frequented area by tourists, you’ll find many of culinary delights to suit your preferences. Of course, being in Scarborough, renowned for its traditional fish and chips , numerous fish and chip shops await, promising a tasty feast. If you fancy something a little more upmarket or perhaps just a snack or treat, there are plenty of these available, too.

Embrace the Adventure Aboard the Hispaniola Pirate Ship!

Take advantage of this fabulous experience during your visit to Scarborough, whether on a day trip or an extended stay. With reasonable prices, the Hispaniola Pirate Ship is an essential attraction for both pirate enthusiasts and families, offering memories that will last a lifetime. If you or your children enjoyed the pirate ship boat ride, you will love the dragon pedalos in Peasholm Park!

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Scarborough has boat tours around the bay and trips out to see the seals. You can book to go on fishing trips or have a ride on a speedboat in Scarborough.

Scarborough has its very own pirate ship called the Hispaniola that you can book a ride on around the south bay Scarborough beach. You will find all of the boat tours booking kiosks on Foreshore Road near the West Pier in Scarborough. Prices to ride the Hispaniola are £3 per person adult or child.

Scroll down this page for all the Scarborough boat tours booking information including all the phone numbers you will need. A boat tour is a good way to view the bay.

Scarborough Boat Tours Contact Details

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This photo shows the booking kiosks where you go to pay for a ride around the south bay of Scarborough on a speedboat. These booking kiosks are based at the far end of Foreshore Road near to the Luna Park amusement park.

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This is the slipway at the West Pier in Scarborough where you go for a boat trip on the M.V. Queensferry that takes you to see the seals. For more information and to book a boat tour on the Queensferry you can call 07834410309.

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To go on fishing boat tours in Scarborough you need to go to the Golden Ball slipway at the south bay and look for Skylark fishing trips. For more details and to book a fishing trip you can call them on 07812373636.

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This photo shows the lighthouse pier at the south bay in Scarborough; here you can book to go on the Scarborough Pleasure Steamers boat tours. The booking office is on this pier, you can call them to book a boat tour on 01723363605.

For boat tours on the Hispaniola pirate ship head to the West Pier harbour at the south bay. The Hispaniola boat tours run from the same pier and slipway that the Queensferry boat tours use. For more information and to book a boat tour on the Hispaniola you can call 01723355480.

If you need or have any more information on Scarborough boat tours then just send us an email or contact us through Facebook or Twitter.

Quick update: Scarborough speed boat trips are £5 per person . That is the same price for adults and children, you are paying per seat. There are 12 seats per speed boat.

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hi, we are heading to scarborough for a week in may 4th, I have seen that you have a pirate ship that my 2year old will be very excited about, however when looking online, most of the information I can find is relating to a pirate ship in Bridlington. is this the same ship? also what are the prices for a ride on the pirate ship.

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The Pirate ship you are talking about in Scarborough is called the Hispaniola. Prices change each year so the best thing to do is to give them a call on 01723 355480. The ship is on the south bay, Foreshore Road. I will post some more details when I find out the prices for this year.

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hi the information for my business Skylark Fishing Trips is incorrect and has been for 2 years now how could i get the contact number corrected to 07939025881.

Regards Nick

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The price for the pirate ship Hispaniola for 2015 is £3 per person (adult or child). It runs every 20 minutes, It leaves from opposite the Harbour Bar.

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What is the price for the speed boat trips in Scarborough please

Speed boat trips in Scarborough are £5 for adults and children. There are 12 seats per boat.

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Hi there is a group of 14 people celebrating a 60th birthday. Is it possible to hire the speed boat for a bit longer for the whole group. Thank you

I should think so. Just ask at the jetty when you get there. There are at least three vendors to choose from. I would think at least one of them will oblige.

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are the hispaniola running this wed and thurday please and the speed boat also wood like to go on seal trip thank you

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Are any boat trips operating now during the week in March or is it in the summer only? Thanks

Thank you for your enquiry regarding boat trips.

We have enquired for you and have been informed that boat trips take place in the summer months June – September weather dependant.

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There is a group of us coming to scarborough on the 15th april just a couple of questions 1) is the pirate ship trip still running ? and 2) we will be semi parited up as we are having a pirate themed weekend going to take some puctures on the hispaniola thing is one of the group doesn’t like being on the water would it be alright if we took a couple of pictures of this person before or after the trip just stood on the boat or something

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March 26, 2024 - Baltimore Key Bridge collapses after ship collision

By Helen Regan , Kathleen Magramo , Antoinette Radford, Alisha Ebrahimji , Maureen Chowdhury , Rachel Ramirez , Elise Hammond , Aditi Sangal , Tori B. Powell , Piper Hudspeth Blackburn and Kathleen Magramo , CNN

Ship lights flickered and veered off course shortly before Baltimore bridge hit, CNN analysis shows   

From CNN’s Allegra Goodwin in London

A view of the Dali cargo vessel which crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge causing it to collapse in Baltimore, Maryland, on March 26.

The Singaporean-flagged cargo ship that struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore Tuesday altered course and veered toward a pillar shortly before impact, a CNN analysis of MarineTraffic ship-tracking data confirms.  

It’s unclear what caused the ship to crash into the bridge or why its lights were flickering. CNN has reached out to the National Transportation Safety Board to inquire about a possible power failure. 

The container ship DALI, which was en route to Colombo, Sri Lanka, begins to change course toward the bridge’s pillar at 1:26 a.m. local time, striking the bridge at 1:28 a.m. ET, according to MarineTraffic data and video from the scene. Video from 1:25 a.m. ET shows a plume of dark smoke billowing from the ship. DALI's lights flicker at least twice before the incident.  

In video, as it navigates down the Patapsco River, the ship’s lights can be seen going out at 1:24 a.m. ET, before turning back on, and then flickering off and on again between 1:26 a.m. ET and 1.27 a.m. ET, just before it hits the bridge.  

Maryland transportation secretary says contractors were working on bridge at time of collapse

From CNN's Antoinette Radford

Maryland State Transportation Secretary Paul Wiedefeld told reporters there were workers on the Francis Scott Key Bridge at the time of its collapse.

"We know there were individuals on the bridge at the time of the collapse, working on the bridge, contractors for us," he said at a news conference Tuesday morning.

Wiedefeld said the workers were "basically doing some concrete deck repair," but said they did not know how many vehicles were involved.

He added that the transport authority has set up a facility for family members of those who were believed to be on the bridge at the time of its collapse.

Baltimore fire chief: Sonar has detected the presence of vehicles submerged in the water

A helicopter flies over the scene of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore, Maryland, on March 26.

Baltimore Fire Chief James Wallace says authorities have detected vehicles submerged in the water.

“Our sonar has detected the presence of vehicles submerged in the water,” said Wallace at a news conference on the collapse of Francis Scott Key Bridge. “I don't have a count of that yet.”

He said emergency services are using sonar, drones and infrared technology as a part of their search for people and vehicles who may have fallen from the Key Bridge into the Patapsco River.

No indication of "terrorism" or intent in Baltimore bridge collapse, police chief says

From CNN’s Andy Rose

Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley, with Mayor Brandon Scott, right, and Fire Department Chief James Wallace, left, speaks at a press conference on the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge Baltimore, Maryland, on March 26.

Baltimore Police said there was no evidence that the ship collision that caused the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge was intentional.

“There is absolutely no indication that there's any terrorism, that this was done on purpose,” Chief Richard Worley said at a news conference.

The FBI  said  that it was joining the investigation into the cause of the collision.

Rescue crews have determined there are vehicles in the Patapsco River following the bridge collapse.

“Our sonar has detected the presence of vehicles submerged in the water,” said Fire Chief James Wallace. “I don't have a count of that yet.”

Wallace said they are waiting to make sure that the ship is secure and stable before investigators board it.

“Never would you think that you would see, physically see, the Key Bridge tumble down like that,” Mayor Brandon M. Scott said.

Cruises, cars and commodities: What to know about the Port of Baltimore

From CNN's Mark Thompson and Hanna Ziady

In this aerial image cargo containers are readied for transport at the Port of Baltimore in Baltimore, Maryland, on October 14, 2021.

The collapse of the   Francis Scott Key Bridge over the Patapsco River outside the Port of Baltimore threatens to disrupt shipping operations at a major US trade hub for autos, container traffic and commodities. Baltimore also has a cruise terminal.

Closer to the Midwest than any other port on the East Coast, Baltimore ranks first in the United States for autos and light trucks, handling a record 850,000 vehicles last year. It was also the leading port for farming and construction machinery, as well as imported sugar and gypsum. It was second in the country for exporting coal.

Overall, Baltimore ranks as the 9th biggest US port for international cargo, handling a record 52.3 million tons, valued at $80.8 billion in 2023.

“The immediate focus is the rescue operation, but there will clearly be a highly-complex recovery phase and investigation to follow and we don't know what impact this will have on operations at the Port of Baltimore," said Emily Stausbøll, market analyst at Norway-based shipping analytics company Xeneta.

“While Baltimore is not one of the largest US East Coast ports, it still imports and exports more than one million containers each year so there is the potential for this to cause significant disruption to supply chains," she added.

Baltimore's cruise terminal serves ships operated by Royal Caribbean, Carnival and Norwegian. Cruises carrying more than 444,000 passengers departed from the port last year.

According to the Maryland state government, the port supports 15,330 direct jobs and 139,180 jobs in related services.

Rescue crews looking for at least seven people in Baltimore bridge collapse

Rescue operations are underway near the wreckage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, as crews look for people who fell into the Patapsco River.

“We are still very much in an active search and rescue posture at this point, and we will continue to be for some time,” Wallace added.

Baltimore Fire says two people have been rescued from the river – one who was uninjured, and another in hospitalized “very serious condition.”

“This is an unthinkable tragedy,” Mayor Brandon Scott said. “We have to first and foremost pray for all of those impacted.”

Ship that collided with Baltimore bridge was chartered by Danish shipping company Maersk 

From CNN's Alex Stambaugh in Hong Kong

The Dali container vessel after striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge that collapsed into the Patapsco River in Baltimore, Maryland, US, on March 26.

The container ship that collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore on Tuesday was chartered by Maersk and carrying their customers' cargo, the Danish shipping company told CNN.

"We are horrified by what has happened in Baltimore, and our thoughts are with all of those affected," The company said in its statement.

The company, which has a full name of A.P. Moller - Maersk, said no company crew and personnel were onboard the vessel. It said the ship, DALI, is operated by charter vessel company Synergy Group. 

"We are closely following the investigations conducted by authorities and Synergy, and we will do our utmost to keep our customers informed," the statement said. 

CNN is attempting to contact the owner and managers of the ship, including Synergy.

FBI Baltimore on the scene at the Key Bridge

FBI Baltimore personnel are on the scene at the Francis Scott Key Bridge, they have said in a post on X.

The agency said it was working "side by side with our local, state and federal partners."

Baltimore fire emergency chief says 2 people saved from water after Key Bridge collapse

The Baltimore Fire Department Chief James Wallace says authorities rescued two people from the water this morning, one without injury and the other who has been transferred to hospital in a serious condition.

Authorities are continuing their search for upwards of seven people, Wallace says. But, he says that number could change as it is a "very large incident." Earlier on Tuesday, an official said as many as 20 people could be in the water.

Wallace added that the crew remains on board the ship, and are communicating with the US Coast Guard. He added that emergency services are looking into reports that there were workers on the bridge at the time of the incident.

Speaking at the press conference, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott also described the incident as an “unthinkable tragedy,” and offered his prayers for all those affected, as well as his thanks to first responders.

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