The Mexican sail training ship "Cuauhtémoc" has arrived back in New York after extensive repairs. The ship, which lost two crew members in a collision with the Brooklyn Bridge in May, docked at Pier 86 next to the Intrepid Museum on Saturday.
The Mexican naval training ship "Cuauhtémoc" arrived in New York on Saturday evening and moored at Pier 86 next to the Intrepid Museum. The tall ship's return to the metropolis comes just a few months after a tragic accident in Mayin which the ship collided with the Brooklyn Bridge. Two sailors were killed in the accident, 19 others were injured and the ship sustained damage of more than half a million dollars.
Extensive repairs and sea trials
Before returning to New York, the "Cuauhtémoc" was repaired on Staten Island. The ship then completed a 72-hour sea trial, during which all systems essential for navigation and safety were tested. According to the Mexican Navy, the tests included the steering systems in both normal and emergency mode, the performance of the auxiliary propulsion at various speeds and the reliability of the external communication systems. Inspectors also checked the strength of the masts and rigging.
According to official statements, the "Cuauhtémoc" will continue its voyages as an "ambassador and knight of the seas", representing Mexico's maritime tradition and goodwill worldwide. Meanwhile, the investigation into the cause of the collision with the Brooklyn Bridge continues. So far, only one Preliminary investigation report published. The ship is expected to remain at Pier 86 until 4 October before returning to Mexico.
The course of the accident
At around 8:20 pm on 17 May 2025, the Mexican sail training ship "Cuauhtémoc" collided with the famous Brooklyn Bridge in New York as it was departing from South Street Seaport. The 90 metre long three-masted ship was on its way to Iceland with 277 people on board when it crashed backwards into the bridge for reasons that are still unclear. The ship's masts collided with the underside of the bridge. The Mexican Ministry of the Navy reported two fatalities and 22 other injuries, 19 of whom had to be treated in hospital. Three people suffered serious injuries.
