OceanGate CEO Knew Titan Submersible Was Faulty & Would Kill Him, Close Friend Testifies

A close friend of Stockton Rush, mastermind behind the Titan Submersible, revealed he 'knew it would end like this.

Karl Stanley, who had known Rush for over 10 years, recalled hearing loud cracking noises during a 2019 test dive.

Despite voicing concerns, Stanley’s warnings were dismissed by Rush, who was determined to leave his mark on history.

Four years later, Rush and four other passengers died when the Titan’s carbon fibre hull imploded near the Titanic wreck site.

The US Coast Guard investigation revealed new photos and videos showing pieces of Titan’s hull 1,500 ft from the Titanic.

Testimonies describe a chaotic picture of OceanGate, which ignored technical issues and was strapped for cash.

Despite numerous warnings and a deadly ballast malfunction, Rush continued with the dives, aiming to satisfy his customers.

The Titan tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of ignoring safety concerns in pursuit of innovation.