The Ever Given, a massive container ship operated by Evergreen Marine, ran aground in the Suez Canal on March 23, 2021, after being caught by strong winds during a sandstorm. The vessel, measuring 400 meters in length, became wedged sideways across the canal, which is a critical shortcut for maritime shipping between Europe and Asia. The blockage posed a monumental challenge, affecting an estimated $9-10 billion worth of goods that pass through the canal each day. Efforts to free the ship involved a significant international response, including a team of salvage experts and hundreds of workers using tugboats and dredgers to remove sand and mud from around the ship.The blockage prompted a global shipping crisis, leading to the rerouting of dozens of vessels around the Cape of Good Hope, significantly extending shipping times and costs. The incident brought to the forefront discussions about the vulnerabilities in global supply chains and the reliance on narrow shipping channels like the Suez Canal. As the six-day blockade continued, there were widespread concerns regarding the implications for various industries, including oil, consumer goods, and food supplies. Ultimately, the Ever Given was successfully refloated on March 29, allowing for the resumption of traffic through this essential waterway.