Scuba News-Gazette
Here, we curate the latest news, discoveries, and conservation efforts from across the web, keeping you updated on everything scuba diving. From groundbreaking research and awe-inspiring dives to essential gear reviews and travel recommendations, Scuba News is your one-stop shop for all things scuba diving. So, gear up for knowledge, and stay informed about the ever-evolving world beneath the waves!
- MCS recommendations for more sustainable seafood shopping
The Marine Conservation Society (MCS) offers sustainable seafood shopping tips to consumers based on the Good Fish Guide. The guide informs UK buyers about eco-friendly seafood choices.
Good Fish Guide Marine Conservation Society sustainable seafood shopping
- PADI Honored by Fast Company on World’s Most Innovative Companies List for 2024
PADI recognized, Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies list 2024.
innovative PADI
- Empowering the Blue: PADI Divers Unite for the I.CARE Trash Derby Florida Keys
Join the I.CARE Trash Derby in the Florida Keys in May 2024 to clean the underwater environment.
clean up Florida Keys I.CARE Trash Derby
- 7 Myths About Scuba Diving
Scuba diving myths debunked for beginners.
beginners myths scuba diving
- Quarter 4 2023 Diving Equipment Manufacturing Purchase Index (MPI) Data Now Available
DEMA released the quarter 4, 2023 Diving Equipment Manufacturing Purchase Index (MPI) data, covering New Orders and Inventory in various diving equipment categories. The MPI data is aggregated by a third-party administrator, revealing trends as percentages where 50% indicates no change, below 50% shows contraction, and above 50% signifies expansion. The data is available in Category and Equipment Type reports, with no individual company information disclosed.
dema MPI data Trends
- Diving accidents: the want to know what happened and why
Avoid making assumptions and jumping to conclusions about diving accidents, as memories can change over time, leading to different narratives. Multiple contexts can provide a more comprehensive understanding of events, reducing judgment and highlighting systemic weaknesses.
diving accidents narratives
- QUIZ: True or False – Oceans
Test your knowledge with an oceans quiz on DIVE Magazine's website for a chance to win a subscription discount.
DIVE Magazine oceans quiz
- Gobies – Small, cute and sneaky
Gobies are small fish in the Gobiidae family, with over 2000 species found worldwide in various waters. They typically stay near the bottom, attaching to rocks or coral.
Read the entire article at blog.mares.com
Mares – Scuba Diving Blog species Worldwide
- Dive RAID International Unveils New ‘Independent Diver’ Program
Dive RAID International introduced an 'Independent Diver' course focusing on self-rescue skills.
Dive RAID International Independent Diver self-rescue.
- Photographer of the Week – Kewin Lorenzen
DPG features Photographer of the Week, Kewin Lorenzen.
DPG Kewin Lorenzen Photographer of the Week
- Hear, hear! Underwater microphones offer extra protection to BC’s iconic whales
Whales in BC's waters will now be protected from ship strikes using hydrophones, or underwater microphones, to detect their presence. This method is integrated into Ocean Wise's Whale Report Alert System to reduce disturbances to the iconic whales.
Read the entire article at ocean.org
BC's waters hydrophones Ocean Wise ship strikes
- Scuba Diving Fatalities Due To Heart Attacks and Strokes Are Now A Leading Cause of Diving Fatalities [video]
Scuba diving fatalities are increasing due to heart attacks and strokes.,
fatalities heart attacks scuba diving
- Join Sea Shepherd NYC at the Bucks County Annual Earth Day Festival
Sea Shepherd NYC at the Bucks County Annual Earth Day Festival
Sea Shepherd NYC
- ScubaRadio live studio video feed for 4-6-24.
ScubaRadio live studio video feed for 4-6-24. ScubaRadio discusses diving and marine topics.
live studio Scuba Radio ScubaRadio video feed
- Join Sea Shepherd Toronto for the Afraid Band EP Release show at Sneaky Dee’s
Sea Shepherd Toronto hosting show at Sneaky Dee's for Afraid Band EP release.
Afraid Band EP Release Sea Shepherd Toronto Sneaky Dee's
- California Dreamin’
Divers share their love for California diving.
California diving divers InDEPTH love
- Dial In Your DCS Risk with the Thalmann Algorithm
Tech divers face increased DCS risks with Buhlmann algorithms at greater depths and durations. The Thalmann algorithm, adopted by the US Navy in 2008, offers customizable risk management. Some divers may prefer quicker ascent times.
DCS InDEPTH tech divers Thalmann Algorithm
- Harnessing the Power of ‘Educated’ AI to Improve Diving Safety
The Human Diver promotes diving education, using AI for safety.
AI Human Diver InDEPTH
- Scientists Report 04.03.24
Scientists report important findings in scuba diving research.
Scientists scuba diving
- British Invasion—Thailand Karst Edition 2024
British cave diving team from Shepton Mallet and Wessex Cave Clubs with CDG extended caves in Thailand, using streamlined configurations and gas logistics.
British caves InDEPTH Thailand
- Healthy Seas Unveils Impactful Initiatives and Milestones in 2023 Activity Report
Healthy Seas presents achievements and plans in its 2023 Activity Report, focusing on marine conservation and combating marine litter.
Healthy Seas InDEPTH Marine Conservation
- La Grande Dérive
Tech diving brothers explore shipwrecks in St Lawrence River for 12.5 km using rebreather and DPVs in a 7-hour dive.
exploration InDEPTH shipwrecks St Lawrence River
- The Crate – Diving Adventures in Lake Lucerne
During a diving weekend on their boat “Ra”, members of the Lucerne Dive Club Neptune accidentally find an old sports car wreck in front of the steep bank of Buergenstock in Lake Lucerne, Switzerland; far from any road. Further dives in the area of discovery lead to an even more explosive discovery of historical dimensions: A crate that comes from the Third Reich. The Neptune divers are not the only ones interested in the find. Mysterious incidents now befall the divers. Why and how the crate ended up in a Swiss lake will be clarified in Vienna, Austria. However, the divers won’t find the solution to the mystery.
The author Martin C. Wright has packed some of his underwater experiences into an exciting story. The described dives are authentic, as are the places of action.Get your copy of "The Crate" today!
diving novel Lake Lucerne Martin C. Wright
- Second Edition Of Scuba Industry Market Size Report Released
The second edition of Scuba Industry Market Size Research Report is now available.
Market Size report Scuba Industry
- The Underwater Club Launches Monthly Membership Plan
The Underwater Club introduces a monthly membership plan for its first anniversary.
monthly membership plan Underwater Club
- US Ambassador Salazar Visits SSCS Vaquita Operation
US Ambassador Salazar visited the SSCS Vaquita Operation.
SSCS Vaquita Operation US Ambassador Salazar
- Aqualung Group sells US Divers brand
Aqualung Group sold US Divers to focus on production for divers.
Aqualung Group US Divers
- Mastering the Art of Freediving: Top 10 Techniques for Success
Learn 10 key techniques for successful freediving.
freediving success Techniques
- Digital Forms Expand
PADI Digital Forms will be updated in April 2024 for a better platform.
PADI Update
- The Physical and Mental Health Benefits of Scuba Diving
Scuba diving offers physical exercise and stress relief.
physical exercise scuba diving stress relief
- Shark Trust asks divers for assistance during Citizen Science Month
Divers can participate in Citizen Science Month to provide data on sharks and rays for Shark Trust.
Citizen Science Month Shark Trust
- Rebreathers and Buoyancy
Maintaining neutral buoyancy is crucial for enjoyable diving, allowing movement without sinking or floating.
diving movement neutral buoyancy
- Terry Cummins showcases the wonders of Queensland’s waters
Terry Cummins will discuss Queensland waters at GO Diving Show ANZ in September.
GO Diving Show ANZ Queensland's waters Terry Cummins
- Saudi gets ready for divers with disabilities
Two Saudi Arabian dive-centers are now PADI "adaptive service facilities" for guests with disabilities.
adaptive service facilities PADI Saudi Arabian
- MMF records first-ever sighting of mimic octopus in Mozambique
Marine Megafauna Foundation found mimic octopus in Mozambique.
Marine Megafauna Foundation mimic octopus Mozambique
- Mind Reading for Beginners
Human Factors is all about understanding how humans communicate and work together underwater. It involves learning to interpret non-verbal cues and hidden meanings in communication. By improving communication and teamwork, divers can become more efficient and safer underwater.
communication. human factors teamwork
- Buddy Dive Announces Marine Life Education Event
Buddy Dive Resort hosts Marine Life Education Weeks with workshops and diving excursions.
Buddy Dive Resort diving excursions Marine Life Education Weeks Workshops
- Announcing Dive Curaçao Week 2025: A Celebration of Underwater Exploration, Cultural Immersion, and Sustainable Tourism
Dive Curaçao Week 2025 is a week-long event for diving enthusiasts at LionsDive Beach Resort in April 2025. Led by expert guides, participants will explore marine life and coral reefs in Curaçao's clear waters.
Dive Curaçao Week 2025 LionsDive Beach Resort marine life
- Margo Peyton Named 2024 Inductee into the International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame
Margo Peyton, creator of Kids Sea Camp, is named 2024 inductee into the Int'l Scuba Diving Hall of Fame.
International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame Kids Sea Camp Margo Peyton
- Diving Artificial Reefs at The USS ORISKANY
The USS Oriskany is an artificial reef, a sunken aircraft carrier near Florida, perfect for diving.
artificial reef Florida USS Oriskany
- Cayman Brac Beach Resort Provides Practical Training Opportunities for Young Caymanians
Two young Caymanian students gained experience at Cayman Brac Beach Resort and started their scuba diving certification.
Cayman Brac Beach Resort Practical Training Young Caymanians
- BSAC Sets Dates For 2024 Conference
BSAC has scheduled its first conference since 2019.
BSAC conference
- Quarter 4 2023 Diving Equipment Manufacturing Purchase Index (MPI) Data Now Available
DEMA released Q4 2023 data for the Diving Equipment Manufacturing Purchase Index (MPI), comparing it with Q4 2022 and Q3 2023. The data is available in Category and Equipment Type reports at the DEMA Store.
dema MPI Q4 2023
- “I’ve Looked At Life From Both Sides Now!” – Industry Leader Dan Orr Reflects on 60 Years in the Dive Industry
Dan Orr, a veteran in the dive industry, reflects on his 60-year career and the changes in diving.
Dan Orr dive industry reflection
- Why is this diving course so difficult?
The text discusses hidden factors affecting diving course difficulty.
performance
- Liveaboard Adventures: Experiencing Egypt’s Marine Life on a Scuba Diving Tour
Experience Egypt’s marine life on a scuba diving tour.
Egypt marine life scuba diving tour
- HMNZS Moa (Solomon Islands — 150 fsw)
The HMNZS Moa was a minesweeper in the Royal New Zealand Navy.
HMNZS Moa minesweeper Royal New Zealand Navy
- Diving an Old Abandoned Power Plant
Diving an old, abandoned power plant can be adventurous but risky. Proper diving certifications and preparation are essential for safety.
certifications diving
- Check out these 2024 group trip specials from Sea to Sky
Sea to Sky offers special 2024 group trips with dive training options at various global locations.
dive training Sea to Sky
- The World’s Best Luxury Dive Resorts
Luxury dive resorts in various exotic locations offer exceptional diving experiences alongside lavish accommodations.
Dive Resorts Luxury
