Toxic Hydrogen Fluoride Leak Aboard Cargo Ship Halts Port Operations & Disrupts Shipping Traffic At Antwerp

ByMI News Network July 16, 2026 Shipping News

Belgian authorities activated the Medical Intervention Plan (MIP) as emergency teams moved to contain the leak and assess any risk to workers and the surrounding area. …

According to Belgian media reports, up to 150 people underwent precautionary medical checks, while 25 people reportedly developed symptoms following exposure.

One person was admitted to intensive care. Authorities have not confirmed the final number of people affected or how much hydrogen fluoride escaped from the container.