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What is the latest on the Titan submersible?

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Recent Coast Guard reports conclude the Titan submersible disaster was preventable, citing ignored safety warnings, poor maintenance, cost-cutting, and a toxic workplace at OceanGate. The company used off-the-shelf parts and operated in unregulated waters, with investigators suggesting some actions may have been deceptive to customers.

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Coast Guard report reveals damning details about OceanGate

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  • Coast Guard investigator states the Titan sub disaster was entirely preventable. 9s
  • OceanGate ignored warning signs and failed to properly maintain the submersible. 18s
  • Cost-cutting and use of off-the-shelf parts raised industry concerns. 46s
  • The report identifies at least a dozen factors contributing to the implosion. 1m 11s
  • Investigators suggest some OceanGate actions could be considered deceptive to customers. 1m 32s
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Coast Guard report reveals damning details about OceanGate
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CBS America
18 hours ago
Coast Guard report reveals damning details about OceanGate

The Coast Guard Marine Board's lead investigator said the disaster was entirely preventable, with OceanGate failing to maintain the vessel and ignoring warning signals.

Coast Guard report reveals damning details about OceanGate
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CBS America
18 hours ago
Coast Guard report reveals damning details about OceanGate

Cost-cutting measures and use of off-the-shelf parts were evident, and OceanGate operated in unregulated international waters.

Coast Guard report reveals damning details about OceanGate
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CBS America
18 hours ago
Coast Guard report reveals damning details about OceanGate

Investigators believe some actions by OceanGate and its CEO could be considered deceptive to customers.

Deadly Titan submersible disaster was preventable, Coast Guard says
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Euronews
1 day ago
Deadly Titan submersible disaster was preventable, Coast Guard says

A new report from the U.S. Coast Guard states the Titan submersible implosion was preventable, citing ignored safety warnings, inadequate design, and maintenance.

Deadly Titan submersible disaster was preventable, Coast Guard says
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Euronews
1 day ago
Deadly Titan submersible disaster was preventable, Coast Guard says

OceanGate used intimidation tactics to avoid regulatory scrutiny, contributing to a toxic workplace and preventing staff from raising safety concerns.

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