The U.S. Coast Guard is set to begin public hearings on Monday regarding the Titan submersible disaster that resulted in the deaths of all five passengers on June 18, 2023. The hearings, taking place in Charleston, South Carolina, will feature 24 witnesses, including former executives and engineers from OceanGate, the submersible's operator, which has faced scrutiny over its safety practices. Key areas of investigation will include regulatory compliance, mechanical systems, and emergency responses related to the implosion that occurred during a dive to view the Titanic wreck. The hearings aim to uncover the facts of the tragedy and develop recommendations to prevent similar incidents in the future. OceanGate co-founder Stockton Rush was among those killed in the disaster, and the company has since suspended operations. Jason Neubauer, chairman of the Marine Board of Investigation, emphasized the importance of these hearings in providing safety recommendations and assessing any potential negligence or misconduct.