In the wake of the OceanGate tragedy, another billionaire is on a mission to rekindle enthusiasm for deep-sea exploration.
Patrick Lahey, CEO and co-founder of Triton Submarines, seeks to restore confidence in submersible technology alongside billionaire real estate investor Larry Connor. Together, they are developing a new vessel capable of reaching Titanic depths, aiming to demonstrate the safety of submersible journeys.
Lahey acknowledges the chilling effect of the OceanGate incident on public perception, stating, “It reignited old myths that only a crazy person would dive in one of these things.”
Following the disaster that claimed five lives, including OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush and businessman Shahzada Dawood, Connor is committed to showcasing the safety and transformative potential of deep-sea exploration.
