The US Coast Guard released the first image of the Titan submersible following its tragic implosion in June 2023.

The Titan, operated by OceanGate, was undertaking a dive off the coast of Newfoundland, Canada when it imploded under extreme ocean pressure.

The deceased included British explorer Hamish Harding, British Pakistani businessman Shahzada Dawood and his son Suleman, OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush, and French diver Paul-Henri Nargeolet.

The newly released photograph shows the Titan’s damaged tail cone lying on the ocean floor.

The image, which also captures various debris from the vessel, provides the public with a first look at the wreckage.

According to the Marine Board of Investigation, the detached tail cone and other debris offer "conclusive evidence" of a "catastrophic implosion."

During Monday’s hearing, additional details about the Titan’s final moments were revealed. Text messages from the Titan's crew to the nearby support vessel, Polar Prince, shed light on the events leading up to the implosion.

At one point, the Titan’s crew responded with "all good here" when asked if they could still see the Polar Prince on their display.

A final message from the crew mentioned "dropped two wts," indicating an attempt to adjust the vessel's weight in hopes of returning to the surface.

The investigation also scrutinizes OceanGate, the company behind the Titan.

Former engineering director Tony Nissen testified that he felt rushed to launch the Titan, revealing pressure from superiors to expedite the vessel’s deployment.

Additionally, Tym Catterson, a contractor for OceanGate, expressed concerns about the submersible’s carbon fiber and titanium construction, which he questioned for its suitability under high pressure.

The hearing aims to uncover the facts surrounding the implosion and assess potential misconduct or negligence.

It is set to continue for two weeks, with the goal of determining the causes of the failure and the adequacy of the vessel’s design and operational standards.