Cranes hoisted the hull of the $40 million Bayesian superyacht from the depths of the Mediterranean Sea off Sicily on Friday, aiming to shed light on the tragic accident that occurred last August, which claimed the lives of seven individuals. The hull, along with the deck and some other features of the yacht, briefly resurfaced after being submerged for nearly a year, raising hopes among investigators.
The vessel, owned by British tech entrepreneur Michael Lynch, was believed to be “unsinkable” until it capsized during a storm, while a nearby tugboat managed to remain upright. As British and Italian authorities probe the causes of the disaster, which tragically involved Lynch, his teenage daughter Hannah, and four friends, theories regarding possible crew errors have emerged.
An initial investigation by British maritime authorities suggested that a severe gust of wind may have overturned the yacht, citing its towering single mast as a significant risk factor during tumultuous weather. In-depth investigations, including one by The New York Times, aligned with these findings, suggesting shortcomings in the vessel's stability contributed to the tragedy.
The raised hull revealed six of the seven bodies of the victims, which had not been seen since the sinking incident. As the wreckage was pulled from over 50 yards deep on its starboard side, investigators prepared to analyze this crucial evidence for further insights into the events leading to the sinking.
The vessel, owned by British tech entrepreneur Michael Lynch, was believed to be “unsinkable” until it capsized during a storm, while a nearby tugboat managed to remain upright. As British and Italian authorities probe the causes of the disaster, which tragically involved Lynch, his teenage daughter Hannah, and four friends, theories regarding possible crew errors have emerged.
An initial investigation by British maritime authorities suggested that a severe gust of wind may have overturned the yacht, citing its towering single mast as a significant risk factor during tumultuous weather. In-depth investigations, including one by The New York Times, aligned with these findings, suggesting shortcomings in the vessel's stability contributed to the tragedy.
The raised hull revealed six of the seven bodies of the victims, which had not been seen since the sinking incident. As the wreckage was pulled from over 50 yards deep on its starboard side, investigators prepared to analyze this crucial evidence for further insights into the events leading to the sinking.
