Almost a year after the tragic Titan submersible disaster, billionaire Larry Connor is setting his sights on the Titanic wreckage with a new mission aimed at proving that deep-sea exploration can be conducted safely. Connor, aged 74, has pledged a significant investment of $20 million into a new submersible developed in partnership with Triton Submarines. This venture aims to revisit the Titanic site sometime in 2026, with the goal of demonstrating responsible exploration of this iconic maritime disaster.
As he embarks on this bold endeavor, Connor is collaborating with Patrick Lahey, a seasoned expert with over 40 years of experience in submersibles, who serves as the joint CEO of Triton Submarines. Together, they hope to ensure that the next expedition to the Titanic is not only successful but also safe, in light of the unfortunate events that unfolded previously.
The plans come in the wake of critical scrutiny regarding the practices of OceanGate, the company behind last year's Titan tragedy that claimed five lives. Lahey has voiced concerns about OceanGate's approach to underwater exploration, labeling it as “predatory.” This sentiment highlights the urgent need for a more responsible and safer method of deep-sea exploration.
