The co-founder of the company behind the Titan submersible disaster, Guillermo Söhnlein, has boldly claimed that he can safely send humans to Venus. In a recent blog post, Söhnlein expressed his belief that human life on Venus is more viable than on Mars due to its proximity to Earth.

Söhnlein argues that despite Venus’s inhospitable conditions, such as extreme heat and sulfuric acid clouds, these challenges can be overcome with the use of breathing apparatus and acid-resistant materials. He suggests that humans could potentially build a home 50km above Venus’s surface, where conditions are more Earth-like.

According to Söhnlein, Venus’s closer proximity to Earth, similar orbit, and lack of the need for successful landings on the planet’s surface make it a more accessible and safer option for human exploration compared to Mars. He believes that sending humans to Venus before Mars could be a more effective way to develop the capabilities needed for future Martian missions.

Despite the tragic Titan submersible disaster that occurred last year, resulting in the death of his co-founder Stockton Rush, Söhnlein remains determined to pursue his vision of sending humans to Venus. He aims to gather a community of scientists, explorers, and investors to support this ambitious goal.

Söhnlein’s dedication to exploring Venus led him to establish the Humans2Venus Foundation after parting ways with OceanGate in 2020. His unwavering commitment to space exploration highlights his belief in the potential for human life beyond Earth’s immediate boundaries.