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Superyacht Bayesian Recovery Set to Begin April 26 After Fatal 2024 Sinking

The vessel, which sank off Sicily claiming seven lives, including tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch, will be raised to aid ongoing investigations into design flaws and maritime law breaches.

Overview

  • The Bayesian sank on August 19, 2024, near Sicily during a celebration of Mike Lynch’s acquittal in a high-profile US fraud case, resulting in seven deaths, including Lynch and his daughter Hannah.
  • Recovery operations to raise the superyacht from the seabed are scheduled to start on April 26, 2025, with the vessel expected to be brought ashore by the end of May.
  • British and Italian authorities are conducting separate investigations into the disaster, focusing on vessel stability, potential human error, and breaches of maritime safety laws.
  • The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) plans to release an interim report online within four to six weeks, with a final report anticipated after detailed evidence analysis.
  • The incident has drawn attention to broader issues in maritime safety protocols and regulatory oversight, with findings expected to influence future safety standards.

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