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Oosterschelde: The Most Beautiful Dive Spot in the Netherlands

Underwater photographer Patrick Kranenbroek takes us on a tour of the underwater world at the Dutch National Park Oosterschelde, located in the province of Zeeland. Here, divers can find a variety of marine species, from nudibranchs and seahorses to cuttlefish, lobsters and lumpsuckers.

Words:
Patrick Kranenbroek
Images:
Patrick Kranenbroek
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In the province of Zeeland, in the southwest of the Netherlands, lies the National Park Oosterschelde. The Oosterschelde (Eastern Scheldt) is a popular diving area, but it has a turbulent history. In 1953, a large part of Zeeland was flooded during the North Sea flood disaster. Many people lost their homes, and some villages almost completely disappeared. 

Pascal van Erp to be featured in 'Dive Stories' podcast

It has been announced on Global Recycling Day (18 March) that marine conservation diver and Ghost Diving founder, Pascal van Erp, is to be featured in this month's 'Dive Stories' podcast.

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Ghost Diving

According to 'Dive Stories', "Pascal van Erp will be sharing his experiences removing ghost fishing gear from the underwater world, about the innovative products being created from what he collects, and his fundamental thoughts on how we can all be part of the solution to ghost fishing."

PADI Dive Stories Podcast

PADI launched a monthly podcast called 'Dive Stories' in July 2020. Hosted by Allison Albritton - aka 'Ocean Allison' - a new episode is released on the 15th of every month.

When Dive Stories was first broadcast, Kristin Valette-Wirth from PADI stated, "The dive community is comprised of some of the most passionate, diverse and interesting people on the planet. Their stories have the ability to inspire and entertain and proliferate a deeper affinity for ocean exploration and conservation."

APD to open Netherlands warehouse

AP Diving announced on 22 July 2021, via social media, that it is to open a European warehouse.

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AP Diving

The British scuba equipment manufacturer has suffered a number of business frustrations following Brexit, and the UK's withdrawal from the European Union on 31 January 2020.

Martin Parker and the team at APD have therefore established AP Diving Europe. This will enable EU customers to purchase products in Euros. The goods will then be delivered by post or carrier direct from mainland Europe. This will mean EU customers will avoid import hassles, paperwork, VAT and customs handling fees.  

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