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Ocean Liner Sunk in Gulf of Mexico to Create Artificial Reef

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What happened

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The 302-meter ocean liner, the SS United States, is being deliberately sunk in the Gulf of Mexico, approximately 40km southwest of Destin-Fort Walton Beach, Florida, to serve as the world's largest artificial reef. Okaloosa County, Florida, purchased the vessel for $1 million in 2024. The project involves a year-long process of cleaning the vessel and removing toxins like fuel, paint, and wiring before deployment.

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Why it matters

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The repurposing of the vessel is intended to create a local tourism boom in Okaloosa County, Florida, by attracting dive and fishing enthusiasts. The liner will become the centerpiece of an undersea garden that also includes World War II vessels and a casino boat.

From rte.ie

Who's involved

  • AlabamaThe state is home to Coleen Marine, which led the vessel repurposing effort.
  • FloridaThe state hosts Okaloosa County, which purchased the vessel to create the reef.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • AlabamaSpeculative

    Coleen Marine might see increased revenue from securing the major contract to repurpose the vessel.

  • FloridaSpeculative

    Okaloosa County might see increased regional revenue from the resulting tourism boom.

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