On February 28, 2025, a Maersk container ship was damaged after a collision with a ONE vessel at the Kwai Tsing Terminal in Hong Kong. The ONE Columba, a large ship carrying over 14,000 containers, struck the Clifford Maersk while attempting to dock. The impact caused three containers to fall off the Maersk ship into the water. No injuries were reported, and the containers were later recovered. Both companies stated that the damage was minor, and the ships have resumed their schedules.
The incident occurred when the ONE Columba experienced a possible power issue, affecting its ability to avoid the docked Maersk vessel. Port authorities investigated and confirmed no oil spills or major disruptions occurred. The terminal continued normal operations. This event highlights the challenges of managing large ships in busy ports and the potential for delays in the logistics industry, even from small accidents.