The Mississippi: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

The recovery operation for the 95 containers that were lost overboard from the cargo vessel 'Mississippi' at Pier G has reached a successful conclusion. On September 26, all containers were retrieved from the waters around the Port of Long Beach after an extensive salvage operation. Initial estimates had suggested more containers were lost than expected, with several units found crushed or submerged in the nearby boat basin. The last of the containers was lifted from the water at approximately 3:28 p.m., bringing the salvage operations to a close. Following the successful recovery, all vessel traffic restrictions were lifted, allowing ships near Pier G to transit without needing Captain of the Port approval. During the salvage phase, a total of 142 vessel transits were authorized, ensuring the continued operation of this vital port complex. The Pollution Response, Salvage, and Marine Transportation System Recovery teams have since disbanded, and operations at Pier G have returned to normal. Consequently, port traffic is flowing smoothly without further limitations. The investigation led by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is ongoing to determine the cause of the incident. The 'Mississippi' departed Long Beach on September 28, with its next destination set for Phu My, expected to arrive by October 22. For additional details and visuals, visit the reports linked: https://safety4sea.com/salvage-operations-conclude-after-container-incident-at-port-of-long-beach/ and https://gcaptain.com/all-containers-recovered-from-cargo-loss-incident-at-port-of-long-beach/

Efforts to recover containers from the cargo ship 'Mississippi' at Long Beach's Pier G are making significant strides. As of September 19, teams have successfully retrieved 54 containers from the harbor waters and the pier, with the focus also on stabilizing collapsed containers and ensuring safe access to the damaged emissions barge 'STAX 2', which remains alongside the vessel. The recovery operation began the day following the occurrence of the incident, and by September 14, crews had already recovered a total of 32 containers. It has been reported that some boxes fell not only into the harbor but also off the port side of the ship onto the pier. With numerous containers still precariously positioned on the vessel, a key part of the operation involves stabilizing these boxes. Unaffected containers are being unloaded to enable crew members to access the 'STAX 2' safely. Stax Engineering’s team is actively assessing damages in hopes of bringing the barge back into operational service. Many of the containers ended up on the barge itself. The ongoing recovery is facilitated by the “Container Recovery Group,” which collaborates with salvage crews and members of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union. An estimated 75 containers fell from the 'Mississippi' during the incident, prompting the establishment of a 500-yard safety zone around the ship. The Captain of the Port is coordinating with vessels, successfully guiding 55 commercial ships through the safety zone as of September 17 to ensure continued port operations. Additionally, a containment boom remains in place around the site, and reports confirm that the leak from the emissions barge has been contained. For further details and images, follow the link: https://maritime-executive.com/article/long-beach-salvage-operation-passes-50-boxes-recovered.

Salvage operations surrounding the 'Mississippi' are making significant strides at the Port of Long Beach. By the late morning of September 14, crews successfully secured the last of the unaffected containers in the area. This achievement is the result of a collaborative effort involving salvage experts, port laborers, and various levels of government authorities working seamlessly to retrieve containers that were displaced from two compromised bays. As of September 15, a total of 32 containers had been successfully recovered from the waters surrounding the vessel. Fortunately, no additional pollution has been detected since the leak from the emissions barge 'STAX 2' was contained on September 10. The Unified Command remains actively engaged, conducting thorough surveys, employing drone overflights, and performing underwater dive assessments to guide the ongoing response efforts. A key focus for the Unified Command continues to be the safety of the response teams, the crew aboard the 'Mississippi', and the surrounding community, along with protecting the local marine ecosystem. Port operations at Long Beach continue to operate, largely unaffected by the incident. A safety exclusion zone of 500 yards has been established around the 'Mississippi' by the Coast Guard, Jacobsen Port Pilots, and the Port of Long Beach, with officials advising mariners not involved in the recovery operation to avoid the area. The Coast Guard is actively issuing marine safety broadcasts to keep navigators updated about potential hazards. An active investigation, spearheaded by the U.S. Coast Guard and the National Transportation Safety Board, seeks to uncover the root cause of this incident. For follow-up coverage, visit the report featuring photos: https://www.worldcargonews.com/news/2025/09/photos-32-containers-recovered-after-collapse-at-long-beachs-pier-g/

The Port of Long Beach is currently the scene of intensive salvage operations as of September 11, 2023, aimed at recovering numerous containers that were lost during an incident involving the vessel 'Mississippi'. Approximately 75 containers fell overboard, and while about 30 of them have already sunk, ongoing recovery efforts are actively being conducted at berth 232. The situation remains fluid with multiple aspects still under investigation. The U.S. Coast Guard, in conjunction with the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), is spearheading an inquiry to uncover the reasons behind the failure that caused so many containers to topple into the water. Currently, the shipping channel remains partially obstructed while recovery operations take place. Fortunately, officials have confirmed that no hazardous materials were found among the containers, and most of them did not rupture upon entering the water. Recovery operations commenced in the early morning hours of September 10, focusing on getting the situation under control as quickly and safely as possible.