Investigation Report on "Titan" Accident Reveals Serious Safety Failures

After a two-year investigation, the US Coast Guard names eight main causes for the "Titan" accident in its report, which comprises 335 pages, and makes serious allegations against "Oceangate."

Report on "Titan" Accident: Deficiencies in Design and Construction

The operating company, among other things, did not adequately consider "fundamental engineering principles" in the design and testing process of the submersible and did not sufficiently control incidents during previous voyages. Design and construction led to deficiencies in structural integrity. Additionally, a "toxic work environment" in the company led to safety concerns not being voiced.

The submersible went missing in June 2023 after setting off on an exploration tour of the "Titanic" wreck. The US Coast Guard, with the help of mainly Canadian forces, launched a large-scale search about 700 kilometers south of Newfoundland, which was followed by people worldwide. Days after the disappearance, a diving robot discovered the debris of the imploded vessel nearly 500 meters from the "Titanic" wreck.

On board the "Titan" were the French scientist Paul-Henri Nargeolet (77), the British adventurer Hamish Harding (58), the British-Pakistani business consultant Shahzada Dawood (48) and his 19-year-old son Suleman, as well as the "Oceangate" CEO Stockton Rush (61).

(APA/Red)

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