The scrapping of the Seawise Giant, later known as Mont, took place in Alang, India

The scrapping of the Seawise Giant, later known as Mont, took place in Alang, India, which is one of the largest shipbreaking yards in the world. The process began when the vessel was sold to Amber Development in 2009. Renamed Mont and reflagged to Sierra Leone, the ship was towed to Alang for dismantling.

The massive size of the Seawise Giant, being the largest ship ever built, presented unique challenges during the scrapping process. The ship was beached on December 22, 2009, and it took more than a year to complete the dismantling, involving tens of thousands of workers. The dismantling process concluded at the end of 2010, with the ship’s materials being recycled and sold for scrap. The ship’s 36-ton anchor was preserved and donated to the Hong Kong Maritime Museum, where it serves as a reminder of the ship’s historical significance.

The Seawise Giant’s legacy continues to be remembered for its record-breaking size and the engineering marvel it represented. Despite its ultimate fate, it remains a notable chapter in maritime history.