Divers who once routinely saw reef sharks now swim for hours without a single glimpse. Entire regions of open ocean that once hosted blue sharks or hammerheads have gone strangely quiet. The question many scientists and ocean-lovers are now asking is both unsettling and urgent: Where are all the sharks going?
The DAN internship program was started in 1999 to give qualified candidates valuable experience in dive safety research.
While the program is still research-oriented, its scope has expanded over the years to include projects that focus on other aspects of DAN’s mission to help divers in need of emergency medical assistance and to promote dive safety through education.
Today, DAN interns participate in a range of activities including field work, lab studies, outreach, training program development, and other projects that promote dive safety.
Building on the outstanding reputation of their Solomon Islands-based liveaboard, Emperor Bilikiki, the new dive centre delivers the same high-quality service for guests looking to explore the spectacular waters of the world-renowned Iron Bottom Sound through daily diving.
After more than 30 years of running world-class dive centres in Egypt, this marks an exciting new chapter as Emperor brings its daily diving expertise to one of the most remote and rewarding destinations on Earth.
Camouflage wetsuit for divers prioritising comfort and durability
Imagine touring the biodiverse waters of Raja Ampat aboard a beautiful schooner, foraging in jungle-clad islands, learning ancient cooking methods, and sleeping beneath the stars - all while connecting with the rich traditions and people of Indonesia.
That’s exactly what guests can expect on Emperor Adventure’s exclusive new Indonesia Culture & Cuisine voyage curated by wild-cook and adventurer Tait Miller, which launches this October.
The announcement follows a ruling by the Commercial Court of Nice on 26 June, granting HEAD ownership of the embattled company through a formal receivership process.
HEAD’s offer includes an EU€50 million rescue package to stabilise Aqualung’s operations and secure the company’s long-term future. The plan will see a restructuring of Aqualung’s business platform, retaining and expanding production facilities in France, the United Kingdom and Mexico and safeguarding hundreds of jobs.
Eighty-two years after it sank during the pivotal Battle of Midway, USS Yorktown has been revisited in a landmark deep-sea expedition. Using remotely operated vehicles, researchers from NOAA have conducted the first detailed visual survey of the wreck, revealing remarkable preservation and an unexpected find—a 1940s-era vehicle resting on the hangar deck.
In an extraordinary archaeological discovery, the remains of a 16th-century Portuguese ship, along with a treasure trove of gold coins and navigational instruments, have been unearthed in the Namibian desert. The wreck was first discovered in 2008 by diamond miners working along Namibia’s Skeleton Coast. While excavating the area, part of the ship’s hull and numerous artefacts came to light, including bronze cannons, navigational tools and over 2,000 gold coins, primarily Portuguese cruzados and Spanish excelentes.
Rugged rock boot with drainage system, Vibram sole and stowable laces, made for cold and rugged dive environments
In a surprising new study, scientists have observed killer whales using marine plants—mostly kelp—as tools for social grooming. The findings, published in Current Biology, mark one of the clearest examples yet of non-human animals using natural objects for mutual care and bonding.
A team from the University of Rhode Island conducted a mission using their remotely operated vehicle (ROV), Rhody, to help confirm these new wrecks within NOAA’s protected waters. Researchers were able to map wrecks with centimetre-level accuracy and create photorealistic 3D models thanks to the ultra-high-resolution imaging Stereo Camera that was mounted on the ROV. This advancement will help with the interpretation and preservation of the sites.
Built in 1881 by the Rand & Burger company and originally named J.C. Perrett, the tugboat was one of the most powerful vessels on the Great Lakes, boasting a 670-horsepower engine. Designed to haul lumber and railway barges, it could tow as many as five barges of timber simultaneously.
