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"Tragic Loss of Lives Aboard the Titan Submersible: Remembering Hamish Harding, Shahzada Dawood, Suleman Dawood, and Paul-Henri Nargeolet"

According to information from OceanGate's archived website, the Titan submarine typically accommodated a total of five individuals: a pilot named Rush, three paying passengers named Hamish Harding, Shahzada Dawood, and Suleman Dawood, and an expert on the Titanic named Paul-Henri Nargeolet.




Hamish Harding, a British businessman and the chairman of Action Aviation, was well-known for his involvement in various extreme expeditions. 



He was part of a flight crew in 2019 that set a world record for the fastest circumnavigation of the globe via both poles and in 2020, he became one of the first people to dive into Challenger Deep in the Pacific Ocean, widely considered the deepest point in the world's oceans. Additionally, he purchased a seat on Blue Origin's space flight last year. 



In a statement released by Harding's family through Action Aviation, they expressed their deep sorrow and mentioned his accomplishments, emphasizing that he passed away while pursuing his passions. 

They described him as a loving husband and dedicated father, and his loss was mourned deeply by his family.

Shahzada Dawood, a billionaire from Pakistan, and his son, Suleman Dawood, were part of a prominent business family in Pakistan. 



The Dawood Hercules Corporation, one of the largest corporations in the country, has diverse holdings in areas such as energy, petrochemicals, fertilizers, IT, food, and agriculture. 

In a statement shared on The Dawood Foundation's Twitter account, Shahzada's parents, Hussain, and Kulsum Dawood, announced the tragic deaths of Shahzada and Suleman. 



They expressed their gratitude for the rescue efforts and the support they received from friends, family, colleagues, and well-wishers from around the world during this difficult time. 

They acknowledged the immense love and support they have received, which has provided them strength in coping with this unimaginable loss.

Paul-Henri Nargeolet, a renowned French diver, possessed extensive experience in exploring the Titanic. He served as the director of underwater research at RMS Titanic Inc., the company with exclusive rights to salvage artifacts from the ship. 



Nargeolet's biography on the company's website indicated that he completed 35 dives to the Titanic wreck and oversaw the recovery of 5,000 artifacts. He also had a distinguished career in the French Navy, rising to the rank of commander over 22 years of service. 

In a statement signed by his wife and children, Nargeolet was remembered as one of the greatest deep-sea explorers in modern history. 



They highlighted his significant contributions to our understanding of the Titanic and described him as a man with a big heart, an incredible sense of humor, and a deep love for his family. 

They expressed their profound loss, stating that he will be missed every day for the rest of their lives.

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