Fisherman film moment 80,000-tonne cargo ship ploughs into their boat

| Night News Editor Published September 21, 2026 4:57pm Updated September 21, 2026 4:57pm To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Fishermen captured the terrifying moment a huge 80,000-tonne cargo ship headed straight for them. The 750ft-long cargo ship loomed over the tiny fishing boat near Singapore leaving the sailors clinging for their lives on the side of the smouldering boat as it took on water. The three-year-old First Margaux cargo ship struck the Luqing Yuanyu 108, a 49-metre (160-foot) Chinese fishing boat on Thursday, according to ship-tracking data The Chinese-managed bulk carrier was overtaking when its bow ran through the fishing boat while travelling up to three knots faster. It is seen scraping down the side of the massive ship which stays afloat despite keeling heavily to the side and taking on water. No injuries were reported to Singapore’s maritime authority which is yet to issue a public statement on the crash. Sign up for all of the latest stories Start your day informed with Metro's News Updates newsletter or get Breaking News alerts the moment it happens. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video First Margaux continued westbound at a steady 10 knots for another two hours after the collision before stopping, circling back and then going in to anchor, according to ship tracking data. The straits of Singapore and Malacca form one of the busiest maritime corridors in the world, carrying nearly 40 per cent of all global trade. Arrow MORE: Family of teen killed in car crash says ‘world will never be the same’ Arrow MORE: Royal Navy pilot killed in helicopter crash after commander accidentally switched off engines Arrow MORE: Woman dies after crash in Essex Tesco car park in front of shoppers News Updates Stay on top of the headlines with daily email updates.