32 Morts : La croisière de l’enfer
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A detailed account of the Costa Concordia shipwreck in 2012 near Giglio Island, including the events leading to the disaster, the extensive engineering efforts to refloat the ship, and the challenges faced during the operation. Despite the successful refloating of the Costa Concordia, the tragedy left a lasting impact on survivors and families of the victims, emphasizing the human cost and complexities of large-scale maritime operations.
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- Cutting-edge technology in Fleet Center in Hamburg, Germany analyzes real-time weather and navigation data for 180 cargo ships globally, ensuring security and operational efficiency.
- The Costa Concordia disaster, caused by a fatal navigation error near Giglio, led to extensive engineering efforts over two years, costing nearly a billion euros, to right and refloat the massive ship, showcasing the complexities and human cost of large-scale maritime operations.
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What caused the Costa Concordia disaster?
The disaster was caused by a fatal navigation error made by the ship's captain, Francesco Schettino, who changed course near the island of Giglio to impress residents, leading to a fatal impact with a rock that damaged the ship's hull.
How was the Costa Concordia refloated?
The Costa Concordia was refloated using innovative methods, including underwater bags filled with cement to create support, huge platforms to receive the boat once righted, and waterproof boxes as buoys to restore flotation and stability.
Who led the operation to refloat the Costa Concordia?
Nick Sloane, a specialist in ship refloating, led the operation to refloat the Costa Concordia, which involved 500 technicians, engineers, and divers working day and night to successfully raise the massive wreck.
What was the cost of the Costa Concordia refloating operation?
The refloating operation of the Costa Concordia cost an estimated 500 million euros, making it a challenging and tedious process that required years of work to bring the ship to the surface.
What was the final outcome of the Costa Concordia disaster?
The final outcome of the Costa Concordia disaster highlighted the complexities and challenges of large-scale maritime operations, with a toll of 32 dead, ongoing legal proceedings against those responsible, and a somber reflection on the human cost of the tragedy.
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