The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in the American city of Baltimore heralds a crisis in the supply of goods, coal, cars, and equipment. Analysts estimate the losses resulting from the bridge collapse at $4 billion.

Baltimore is the largest port for handling vehicles in the country, including cars and heavy agricultural equipment. The US Department of Transportation estimates that between $100 and $200 million worth of inbound trade comes through the port daily, with about $2 million in wages each day.