Titanic Tragedy: Unveiling OceanGate's Submersible Disaster

Representatives from NASA, Boeing, and the US Coast Guard testified about the Titan submersible disaster. OceanGate co-founder Stockton Rush was among five who died when the submersible imploded in 2023. Investigations revealed the company's focus on profit over safety, igniting debates about private undersea exploration's future.

In a critical hearing this Thursday, representatives from NASA, Boeing Co., and the US Coast Guard addressed investigators regarding the tragic implosion of OceanGate's Titan submersible, which was destined for the Titanic wreckage.

OceanGate co-founder Stockton Rush was among the five victims of the June 2023 disaster that has since drawn rigorous scrutiny to the submersible's unconventional design.

Earlier this month, the Coast Guard opened a public investigation into the cause of the implosion, with testimony shedding light on the questionable practices at OceanGate. Former operations director David Lochridge highlighted frequent clashes with Rush and alleged a company focus on profit over scientific endeavor. Scheduled testimonies from notable figures like NASA's Justin Jackson and Boeing's Mark Negley are expected to provide further insights into the company's operations.

Despite the grim findings, OceanGate co-founder Guillermo Sohnlein expressed hope that the incident will not deter future deep-sea exploration. The hearing is set to continue with more key witnesses, exploring the broader implications for private undersea ventures.

(With inputs from agencies.)