Raising theunsinkableBayesian: The Sunken Luxury Yacht Resurfaces after a Tragic Sinking
Recovered Luxury Yacht Bayesian Retrieved from the Ocean
After a stormy night and a tragic sinking event that took several lives, the luxury sailing yacht Bayesian is finally salvaged from the depths of the Mediterranean Sea. The operation is currently taking place off the northeast coast of Palermo, Italy.
The Bayesian, a 56-meter-long Perini Navi sailing yacht, capsized in August 2024 during a ferocious storm off the coast of Porticello, Sicily, resulting in the loss of seven lives, including its British owner, Mike Lynch, and his 18-year-old daughter. The yacht was raised from a depth of around 50 meters using specialized cranes. The salvaged wreck is now being stabilized and pumped out before it's towed to the port of Termini Imerese for further investigation.
Initial inspections suggest that the yacht appears dirty but shows no substantial hull damage. The 72-meter-high mast remains on the seabed, with its salvage expected to be completed by Monday. The operation has been technically challenging, and a Dutch diver lost his life during the preparations. Authorities monitor the surrounding waters for environmental hazards.
Investigating the Tragedy
The Italian prosecutor's office is on site to secure evidence, document any construction defects, and examine the cause of the disaster. The investigation focuses on potential negligence by the New Zealand captain and two crew members, who are accused of ignoring storm warnings and abandoning passengers. The authority is also looking into whether any construction flaws contributed to the rapid capsizing and sinking.
Investigators will examine whether the yacht was designed to withstand extreme weather conditions, given that it was marketed as unsinkable. The sinking of the Bayesian draws attention to the importance of safety protocols and seaworthiness in the luxurious yachting industry, especially during sudden storms and instances where the yacht is anchored.
As the investigation unfolds, naval architects and accident investigators will conduct detailed analysis to determine the cause of the sinking. Authorities anticipate releasing an interim report from the UK’s Marine Accident Investigation Branch in the near future.
Sources
- ntv.de
- raf/dpa
- wikipedia.org
Related Topics
- Shipwrecks
- Yachting
- Maritime Disasters
- Mediterranean Sea
- Luxury Yachts
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