A superyacht that tragically sank off the coast of Sicily last year has recently been recovered from the seabed by a specialized salvage team. This operation follows a devastating incident that claimed the lives of seven individuals aboard the vessel, including its owner, British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch, and his 18-year-old daughter.
Details of the sinking
The incident occurred during an unexpected storm in August, raising questions about the seaworthiness of the Bayesian, as naval experts suggest the yacht should have been capable of enduring such weather conditions without sinking so swiftly.
Tragic developments during recovery
During the early recovery operations in May, a diver lost his life while attempting to assist in the retrieval of the superyacht. Reports indicate that the diver was a Dutch national employed by a specialized salvage firm. This incident underscores the risks involved in maritime recovery efforts.
“The vessel should not have sunk as rapidly as it did,” naval experts commented, highlighting the need for further investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.