Money over Human Life? OceanGate Draws Criticism for Advertising Titanic Expedition Trips After Tragic Titan Submersible Implosion Incident
In the wake of a devastating submersible implosion that claimed the lives of five individuals during an expedition to the historic Titanic wreckage, OceanGate Expeditions, the company responsible for the ill-fated journey, finds itself embroiled in controversy.
Despite recent reports of its indefinite closure, OceanGate’s website continues to promote future expeditions to the renowned oceanic site, leaving many questioning the ethics and safety standards of the company.
Last week, the world was shocked by the news that OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush, along with British billionaire Hamish Harding, French diving expert Paul-Henri Nargeolet, and Pakistani businessman Shahzada Dawood and his son Suleman, tragically lost their lives when the company’s Titan submersible imploded during a tour of the Titanic’s wreck.
The incident was described as a “catastrophic implosion,” further raising concerns about the safety measures employed by OceanGate.
Despite the gravity of the situation, the OceanGate website still prominently displays available dates for two separate eight-day expeditions to the Titanic wreck scheduled for next year, The Independent reveals.
Social Media Users Slam OceanGate For Adveritising Titanic Expedition Trips Despite Tragic Titan Submersible Implosion Incident
This unsettling revelation has sparked outrage on social media, with users expressing their disbelief and criticizing the company’s continued promotion of the ill-fated trips.
The controversial decision to persist with the advertised Titanic expeditions has led to calls for OceanGate to face consequences. Frustration and disappointment echo throughout social media platforms, with sentiments ranging from the belief that the company’s operations should be halted to accusations that OceanGate is prioritizing business over human lives.
Check out some of the reactions;
@vernj76;
Rich people still gonna buy tickets and go. Watch
@MajorFactor;
Already looking for their next marks that are ready to hand over a quarter mill.
@jbanklestankle
Back for round 2?
@jotmanjotman
They have no care for human life..they should shut down ☠️
