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Scuba News
March 9, 2024 by HAL
Scubapro offers a free K2 Extreme undersuit with select drysuit purchases until May 31, 2024 at participating retailers. The Evertech Dry Breathable trilaminate drysuit features breathable fabric, waterproof seams, and a lightweight design. The Definition Dry trilaminate drysuit is durable, lightweight, and includes design features for comfort. Read the article
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The Self Propelled Ocean Cage (SPOC) allows divers to interact with sharks, such as great whites, in a new way. The experimental submarine can reach speeds of 5 knots and is piloted by one or two individuals, like marine biologist Eric Higuera. It offers a unique experience for divers to get up close with sharks. […]
Scuba diving trends for 2024 include eco diving with PADI, saving sharks, becoming coral gardeners, and using diving for healing. Key words: Eco diving, Sharks, Coral gardeners. Read the article
Trolling through fishing boats puts scuba divers in Malta at risk due to noise and potential accidents. Divers demand more education, patrols, and precise regulations to ensure safety while diving near wreck sites. Read the article
BSAC introduces Divesoft Liberty Rebreather Course for technical diving, offering qualifications for depths up to 45m/147ft with decompression and Trimix gas planning. Students need previous certifications to enroll. Read the article
Scientists report on small boat activities in the Vaquita Refuge on March 8th, with monitoring done by the Seahorse ship. Small boats seen entering different zones, with no net fishing observed. Some boats seen with nets, mainly outside the refuge. Vessels in refuge were only transiting. Read the article
Mangroves are vital habitats for marine life, acting as nurseries for many species in tropical inter-tidal zones worldwide. The Indo-Pacific hosts the majority of mangrove species, originating in Southeast Asia and spreading globally. Often overlooked, mangroves offer diverse diving experiences, particularly in places like Raja Ampat. Read the article
The British Sub-Aqua Club is preparing for the BIUPC 10th Anniversary photo competition. Read the article
March 8, 2024 by HAL
A new book titled “Scuba Diving Operational Risk Management” by Claudio Gino Ferreri focuses on risk management in scuba diving. Ferreri, with a background in security and military diving, offers step-by-step procedures to identify and reduce diving risks. Read the article
Watch an HD video of Fredrik, Andreas, and Steve’s 8-day cave diver training in Mexico using GoPro technology. Read the article
At the California Wreck Divers 2024 Annual Banquet, the speaker gave a keynote speech about their recent wreck diving adventures. Read the article
It takes at least four days to earn a scuba diving license through the Open Water Diver course. The process involves knowledge development, pool training, and open water dives. PADI eLearning allows self-paced learning, with open water dives spread over two days minimum. A wide time range accounts for individual learning speeds. An Open Water […]
The survey on the state of the dive industry in 2024 covers dive certifications, equipment sales, and travel, with a focus on benchmarking dive shops and instructors. Results show an increase in participation from dive professionals, especially dive resorts. Concerns for 2024 include environmental sustainability, lack of support from gear manufacturers, and economic stability. While […]
The podcast discusses the relationship between Chris and Chrissy Rouse, known as The Bicker Brothers, highlighting their public bickering possibly fueled by jealousy, ego, or love. Read the article
Embark on scuba diving adventure from Dubai to Egypt, explore underwater world. Read the article
The text discusses the positive impact of eco-conscious tour operators on grey reef shark populations in the Maldives, the relationship between ancient Maya peoples and bull sharks in Mexico, responsible shark diving in Fiji, an underwater spectacle of spider crabs in the UK, cephalopod photography winners, and the dangers of nitrogen narcosis in diving. Read […]
Leica unveiled the SL3 full-frame mirrorless camera with Triple Resolution Technology, a 60MP sensor, and advanced autofocus capabilities. The camera offers improved dynamic range, higher ISO, and faster burst speeds than its predecessor. It can shoot 8K videos, has dual card slots, a high-resolution EVF, and enhanced connectivity. Priced at $6,995, the SL3 is designed […]
Bay Gardens Resorts in St Lucia is celebrating International Women’s Day by highlighting its female leadership, including its founder Joyce Destang, who has grown the resort to five properties and over 240 rooms in 25 years. The resort chain is known for its diverse accommodation options, commitment to staff development, and community involvement. Female leaders […]
Aqualung Group is closing its Technisub facility in Genoa, Italy, transferring production to Blackburn, England due to financial challenges and low activity. The move aims to streamline production and optimize resources, focusing more on Dive and Military products. Support will be provided to affected employees, following layoffs in North America. Read the article
Issue 137 of Underwater Photography Magazine is out, featuring news on new imaging gear like lenses for various cameras. Reviews include Nauticam’s Fisheye Conversion Port and OM System’s macro lens. The magazine is available for free download after signing up. Read the article
Patrick Kranenbroek is the DPG Photographer of the Week, showcasing his underwater photography from the Netherlands. His favorite subjects include short-snouted seahorses and European cuttlefish. Using Olympus cameras and dual Inon D-200 strobes, he captures marine life locally and globally in places like the Philippines and Turkey. Despite not being a mainstream dive destination, Kranenbroek’s […]
The text discusses the fun aspect of scuba diving for beginners, highlighting a video showing divers making mistakes like touching wildlife and not following proper diving protocols while under water. Read the article
March 8, 2024 / March 10, 2024 by HAL
Meridian Adventure Dive is a PADI 5-Star Resort in Raja Ampat, Indonesia, known for its professional services and various activities beyond diving to enhance guests’ experiences. Read the article
Scientists reported small boat activity in different zones, with 0 boats fishing in ZTA, 1 in ZTA Extension. Diver boats gathered in ZTA, while other small boats were spotted south of ZTA. A small boat was observed with nets in ZTA Extension. Navy patrols were active, and small boats stayed outside ZTA overnight. Read the […]
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