The exact moment when communication with the underwater vehicle was cut is unknown. OceanGate has issued a statement emphasizing that their primary focus is the well-being of crew members and their families. The company expressed its gratitude for the extensive support it received from various government agencies and deep-sea organizations that assisted in the search and recovery of contact with the underwater vehicle.

OceanGate said it is currently evaluating all possible options to get the crew back. Government agencies and deep-sea companies have joined forces to assist in the search.

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Typically, the submarine has a pilot, all three paying guests, and a designated “content specialist” on board. According to reports, a full dive, including ascent and descent into the wreckage of the Titanic, takes about eight hours.

According to their website, OceanGate has three submarines, but only Titan is capable of reaching the extreme depths needed to access the Titanic’s wreckage. Weighing approximately 10,432 kilograms, the ship can descend to a depth of 4,000 meters and is equipped with life support systems designed to operate for 96 hours for a crew of five.

Submarine “Titan” / Photo by BBC

Expeditions to the sunken Titanic

OceanGate advertises his eight-day expedition with a carbon fiber submersible as an extraordinary opportunity to escape the routine of everyday life and discover something truly extraordinary. According to their website, an expedition is currently underway and two more are planned for June 2024.

Just last month, a comprehensive digital scan of the sunken ship was created using deep sea mapping techniques. This scan offers a great representation of the ship’s scale, along with intricate details such as the serial number engraved on one of the propellers.