Is OceanGate in trouble for not using a good submarine to see the Titanic?
Probably. They got people to sign a waiver so they’re probably partially covered, but there will no doubt be some law suits occuring and a lot of money going from both sides to pay for them.
I’m thinking the company is done for.
Even without law suits, their credibility as a company will be destroyed. Can’t imagine anyone paying to go into one of their subs again.
even without credibility… I doubt very much that OceanGate has the liability insurance to cover the millions of dollars blown on the recovery effort. Not for a submarine that was never certified by a 3rd party, was never not-experimental (and was experimental to get around safety regulations…)
In fact, I would be very surprised that OceanGate had liability insurance, considering the risks involved. and that the only assurance the sub was in fact in good order is a giant “trust me, bro”.
was never not-experimental
Is that why it had “five crew” and not “a pilot and four passengers?” 'Cause “passengers” would imply commercial use but this is crosses fingers a totally legit prototype with a “crew” of “mission specialists” simply “testing” it or some such?