Ever Given Blocks Suez Canal

Picture this: A colossal container ship, longer than the Empire State Building is tall, wedged sideways across one of the world's busiest waterways. The Ever Given, a behemoth of maritime transport, became an unlikely internet sensation when it blocked the Suez Canal for six days in March 2021. This modern-day Godzilla of ships brought global trade to a standstill, captured the world's attention, and spawned countless memes. But beyond the jokes and the spectacle, the incident highlighted the fragility of our interconnected global supply chains and the enormous impact a single mishap can have on international commerce. Join us as we dive into the extraordinary tale of the Ever Given and explore how a simple navigational error led to a crisis that cost billions and captivated millions.

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