Preventing EV Ship Fires: How Bridgehill Fire Blankets Could Have Saved the Morning Midas

A Wake-Up Call for Maritime EV Transport Safety

The fire, suspected to have started in the EV section, quickly overwhelmed the ship’s CO₂ fire suppression system. All 22 crew members were safely evacuated. Weeks later, the vessel sank, resulting in estimated losses of over $550 million and serious environmental concerns due to the fuel and cargo onboard.

EV battery fires create thermal runaway, an intense reaction that standard marine fire systems are not designed to handle. Once ignited, lithium-ion batteries can’t easily be extinguished with traditional methods, putting vessels, crew, and cargo at extreme risk.

Bridgehills fire blankets are specifically designed for EV fires. It’s a proven solution that:

• Smothers flames immediately, cutting off oxygen.
• Prevents fire spread between vehicles and decks.
• Installs easily on existing vessels.
• Provides a fast-response alternative when suppression systems fail.

In the case of Morning Midas, deploying a fire blanket early could have contained the blaze, protecting lives, assets, and the environment.

As electric vehicle transport by sea increases, so does the risk of onboard fires. Incidents like the Morning Midas prove that standard fire systems aren’t enough. Bridgehill’s fire blanket offers a simple, effective way to stop EV fires fast—helping shipowners meet safety demands, reduce risk, and potentially lower insurance costs.