Belgian Port of Antwerp Is Blocked to Vessels Due to Oil Spill
An entrance to the port of Antwerp, where shipping is largely halted following an oil spill at one of its docks, on April 10.
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Belgium’s port of Antwerp has been blocked following an oil spill, resulting in “significant disruption” to operations.
The spill occurred during what’s known as a bunkering operation, when fuel is supplied to ships. No large vessels can enter or leave the port due to the spill, according to the port authority.