Egypt: Ships Affected by Suez Canal Blockage Could be Compensated
The Head of Egypt’s Suez Canal Authority has announced the authorities are considering giving compensation to ships affected by the Suez Canal blockage. It follows the running aground of the container ship Ever Given which is operated by Evergreen. Rescue units are continuing to try and refloat the ship which was sailing from China to Rotterdam. Authorities are blaming strong winds for the incident.