Maryland Reaches Settlement in Principle With Dali Owner in Key Bridge Collapse Case

Maryland has reached a settlement in principle with the owner and operator of the containership Dali, marking a significant step toward resolving state-level claims stemming from the catastrophic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced the agreement Wednesday with Grace Ocean Private Limited and Synergy Marine Pte Ltd., resolving a portion of the State’s claims tied to the vessel’s March 26, 2024 allision with the bridge.

The settlement, which remains subject to finalization, covers claims brought by Maryland’s Civil Litigation Division on behalf of multiple state agencies, including the Maryland Transportation Authority, Maryland Port Administration, and Maryland