Mega-Yacht with 400 Passengers Crashes into New York City Dock, Injuring Nearly a Dozen
On June 21, 2025, a luxury mega-yacht named Timeless, carrying approximately 400 passengers, crashed into a dock along the Hudson River near 130th Street in Manhattan. The incident occurred around 4:15 PM as the vessel was attempting to dock while hosting a private event. In the collision, nearly a dozen people sustained injuries, with early reports indicating that about 11 individuals experienced minor to moderate injuries that required prompt medical attention.
Emergency response teams from the FDNY, NYPD, and the U.S. Coast Guard converged on the scene within minutes. FDNY Deputy Chief Gregg Brady confirmed that although the yacht’s impact damaged the dock’s structure and the vessel’s stern, the coordinated efforts of first responders ensured that all injured passengers received rapid care and were safely evacuated. Eyewitnesses described the moment of impact as sudden—a loud, jarring noise followed by an orderly evacuation, even as the atmosphere at the scene was understandably tense.
Investigators are actively examining the circumstances that led to the accident. Preliminary insights suggest that during the docking maneuver, potential mechanical issues or human error may have played a role. The captain reportedly struggled with docking maneuvers, making several attempts before the yacht finally collided with the pier. While the U.S. Coast Guard is expected to release a detailed report in the coming weeks, no official explanation has been provided yet. The Timeless Yacht Company has not issued a public statement regarding the incident.
In the aftermath of the crash, emergency crews secured the area and towed the yacht to a southern dock for further inspection. Although there was significant structural damage to the impacted dock, city officials reported that maritime traffic and other city operations experienced minimal disruption. Similar past incidents involving large vessels in urban waterways have underscored the challenges of operating in congested harbor conditions, where environmental factors and potential technical malfunctions can lead to unexpected accidents.
This developing story will continue to be updated as investigators provide additional findings and as statements from the yacht operator and city officials become available.
