Costa Concordia

The Costa Concordia was a cruise ship that capsized off the coast of Italy on January 13, 2012, resulting in the deaths of 32 people. The accident occurred when the ship, carrying over 4,200 passengers and crew, struck a rock while navigating close to the island of Giglio. The captain, Francesco Schettino, faced significant criticism for making unsafe maneuvers and abandoning the ship. The incident raised serious concerns about maritime safety and emergency procedures on cruise ships, leading to stricter regulations in the industry. The wreck was later removed, and the ship's salvage operations garnered worldwide attention.