Off the coast of Sebastian, Florida, lies a mysterious treasure trove on the ocean floor. For centuries, the gold coins from the sunken Spanish treasure fleet have intrigued many. Ships capable of accessing these sunken treasures are anchored at an industrial park 30 km away. Triton Submarines, a leading manufacturer of personal submersibles founded in 2008, caters to a wealthy clientele with a passion for exploring the underwater world.
Triton and its competitor, U-Boat Worx, have faced challenges in differentiating their vessels from the experimental designs of Titan. Both companies adhere to strict safety standards and certifications, unlike the untested Titan made with experimental materials. The aftermath of the Titan incident has dampened demand for submersibles, affecting companies like U-Boat Worx.
Despite the setback, Triton received a new opportunity when Larry Connor, an Ohio investor, approached them to build a submersible capable of multiple trips to the Titanic wreck. This new venture, priced at $20 million, aims to showcase the safety and capabilities of well-designed submersibles. While public fears about submersibles persist, there are enthusiasts like Victor Vescovo who have a profound passion for exploring the deep sea.
Vescovo is an accomplished explorer who believes in using technology to solve global problems and unravel mysteries deep beneath ocean waves. Despite risks and costs involved in exploration, Vescovo finds it worthwhile and enlightening endeavor.
In recent years, Triton has been working hard to create safe and innovative submersibles that meet stringent safety standards and certifications. The company’s CEO Patrick Lahey is highly experienced in operating submersibles and has ventured to some of the deepest points on earth.
However, following an accident involving OceanGate’s Titan submersible in 2016 that resulted in five fatalities during a trip to explore the Titanic wreck site further investigation was done by various safety agencies which led to suspension of OceanGate’s operations.
This tragedy prompted both Triton and its competitor U-Boat Worx to work harder on developing safer vessels with proven track records that can attract clients looking for reliable submarine tours.
Overall despite setbacks or accidents in this industry it continues to thrive as more people become interested in exploring our oceans depths safely!