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President of the association: Rescuing "Säntis" is technically feasible

Remarking on the end of the project, Silvan Paganini, the President of the Ship Salvage Association, stated that it is still technically possible to salvage the historic steamship "Säntis" from the depths of Lake Constance. He asked on Monday in Romanshorn (Switzerland), wondering if they have...

Der Präsident des Schiffsbergevereins, Silvan Paganini, hält ein Modell des 1933 im Bodensee...
Der Präsident des Schiffsbergevereins, Silvan Paganini, hält ein Modell des 1933 im Bodensee versenkten Dampfschiffs "Säntis" in der Werft der Schweizerischen Bodensee-Schifffahrt in der Hand.

Transporting goods by sea. - President of the association: Rescuing "Säntis" is technically feasible

Numerous hours and a significant portion of the financial resources have been dedicated to the two salvage efforts. For Paganini, the project is no longer viable. "I can't continue to invest myself in this endeavor," he stated. On the off chance that a significant benefactor emerges, we can discuss all options. Theoretically, the salvage is feasible.

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The historic "Säntis" was initially intended for transport via Lake Constance from Switzerland to Germany, passing through Romanshorn. Despite the technical feasibility of salvaging the steamboat, the project faced financial challenges, leading to Silvan Paganini's decision to step away. Should a generous benefactor emerge, the possibility of continuation and exploration of all options would be reconsidered. The salvage effort has historical significance, as the steamboat represents a piece of maritime history from the Romantics era in Baden-Württemberg. The "Säntis" salvage endeavor has garnered international interest, with journalists from various countries including Germany, reporting on the current developments.

Source: www.stern.de

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