Ship hits dockside crane at Port of Tyne, one injured

One person was hospitalized after a ship collided with a dockside crane at the Port of Tyne in South Shields, northeast England, on Sunday, July 19, 2026, causing the crane to collapse. Emergency services responded to the incident shortly after 1 p.m. local time.

Northumbria Police confirmed they were called to the port at approximately 1 p.m. following reports of the collision. Authorities stated the reason for the ship striking the crane is not yet known and that investigations are ongoing. Emergency personnel found one man injured at the scene. His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening, and he was transported to the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle, where he remains under treatment.

The North East Ambulance Service reported receiving the call at 1:02 p.m. and dispatched a significant response, including three double-crewed ambulances, two clinical team leaders, a duty officer, and three vehicles from its Hazardous Area Response Team. The service was supported by the Great North Air Ambulance Service. One HART vehicle remained on standby at the scene to assist the fire service. The Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service also attended.