Missing Titanic sub: experts raised safety concerns about OceanGate Titan in 2018
The issue was that OceanGate did not go through the industry's recognized certification process for the sub's design, fabrication and testing.
A door with signage removed is seen at OceanGate Headquarters at the Waterfront Building within the Port of Everett complex in Everett, Washington, U.S., June 20, 2023. (photo credit: REUTERS/Matt Mills McKnight)