Port of Baltimore closure disrupts supply chains, Biden pledges support
The Guardian US — March 27, 2024, 12:00 PM UTC
Summary: The closure of the Port of Baltimore due to a bridge collapse will have a significant impact on supply chains, with at least six presumed dead. The port, handling 750,000 vehicles in 2023, is crucial for car shipments. GM and Ford plan to reroute affected shipments. The port's closure affects industries like coal exports to India, with potential long-term consequences on the local economy. Biden pledges federal support for bridge reconstruction.
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