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Bayesian Yacht Raised From Seabed Off Sicily

Braced between two cranes after its mast was cut, the hull is being reinforced with new slings ahead of a final lift followed by a tow to Termini Imerese by June 23.

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Overview

  • Salvors raised the Bayesian from a depth of around 50 meters using two specialized cranes, Hebo Lift10 and Hebo Lift2, after severing its 72-meter mast.
  • The hull now floats at the surface between the cranes and is undergoing sling reinforcement today to ensure stability before a full lift scheduled for tomorrow morning.
  • Once fully afloat, the wreck will be towed to the port of Termini Imerese, with authorities expecting it to arrive by June 23 for forensic analysis.
  • The superyacht sank off Porticello on August 19, 2024, during a sudden storm, resulting in seven fatalities including British magnate Mike Lynch.
  • Procura di Termini Imerese investigators are pursuing manslaughter and negligent shipwreck charges against three crew members and a separate probe is examining the May death of diver Rob Cornelis Huijben.