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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
World
Karen McVeigh

Experts say rescuing Titan submersible ‘a very difficult task’

The Titan submersible
Specialist rescue vessels are travelling to the site where the Titan is thought to be. Photograph: OceanGate Expeditions/PA

Recovering the missing Titan submersible and bringing its crew to safety in time using the latest advanced deep-sea rescue equipment would be an extremely difficult task, an expert has said.

Even if Titan is located, a successful rescue would require remote-controlled vehicles (ROVs) capable of allowing operators on the surface a clear view of the submersible’s location, any obstacles that may be present and where to attach cables capable of lifting it thousands of metres through the water.

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