NPR: The fastest ocean liner to cross the Atlantic faces eviction from a pier

NPR: The fastest ocean liner to cross the Atlantic faces eviction from a pier

The fastest ocean liner to ever cross the Atlantic — in both directions — has been languishing at a pier in south Philadelphia for more than twenty-five years. However, the days of the rusting SS United States calling at Pier 82 in the City of Brotherly Love are likely numbered. The 990 ft. ship that's bigger than the Titanic is facing eviction.

Cruise Industry News: SS United States Facing Potential Eviction from Philadelphia Pier

Cruise Industry News: SS United States Facing Potential Eviction from Philadelphia Pier

The conservancy’s attorney, however, contends that the increased rent was never properly negotiated with them and was instead raised unilaterally. Should the ship be evicted, the Conservancy will need to find a new berth or potentially scrap the vessel.