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We all know that the Tham Luang cave rescue was highly successful. What is less well known is that there were a number of logistical difficulties along the way for the British divers.
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The Chepstow dive site took delivery of a decommissioned Hyperbaric Chamber on Friday 4 January 2019.
We understand that the ex-DDRC Healthcare chamber will be sunk in approximately 30 mt / 100 ft of fresh water.
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,Our employers have been very understanding throughout the entire process for which we're really grateful.
Cave divers Rick Stanton MBE and John Volanthen, along with
,It soon became clear that Rick Stanton and John Volanthen would need to augment the cave diving team, and expedition cave divers
,"For services to cave diving overseas"
,,It's incredible to be recognised in such a way and all of us on the team are extremely appreciative of all the support that we've received from family, friends, cavers, divers, colleagues and strangers alike. Josh Bratchley
"For gallantry of a high order in the rescue of 12 junior footballers and their coach, trapped in a cave in Thailand"
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,Behind every one of the cave divers being honoured is a supporting cast of family, friends, rescue volunteers and employers. The support and help from all these people made it possible for us to complete a successful rescue.
"For gallantry of a high order in the rescue of 12 junior footballers and their coach, trapped in a cave in Thailand"
,,Thank you to everyone for the amazing support we had both during and following the rescue. Jason Mallinson
"For services to cave diving overseas"
,,I feel very privileged to receive this honour. I simply did my part within an outstanding team that pulled together to change these boys lives. Connor Roe
"For demonstrating exceptional bravery - putting [himself] in danger to protect others"
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,Rick is the quiet man who quietly and continuously, with incredible determination, starts at A and gets to Z, and achieves things. Nothing stands in his way. He is one of those individuals who is going to get there.
"For services to cave diving overseas"
,,This was a TEAM effort and I'm very honoured to be recognised with an MBE, particularly as you don't go into a major rescue expecting such a positive outcome for those in trouble. For me saving the kids is the icing on the cake.
"For demonstrating exceptional bravery - putting [himself] in danger to protect others"
,, Read moreIt is an honour to have been recognised for my actions during the Tham Luang cave rescue, however success was achieved by a large team from the UK, Thailand and many other nations.
He was awarded the MBE medal by fellow scuba diver, HRH Prince Charles in rec
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Today, Light Monkey is renowned for their lighting systems, hence the Florida-based lighting system manufacturer is seeking a Pr
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The British Cave Rescue Council is a co-ordinating body for voluntary underground rescues in the British I
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Noted alumni of this USA based non-profit include the following accomplished and renowned female divers:
,Twila Bratcher-Critchlow (1911-2006)
- Diving Pioneer, Philanthropist, Malacologist
Sabine Kerkau will be the first German female diver to be inducted in WDHOF, since it was founded almost two decades ago, in 1999.
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We covered this story in several reports.
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2019 is a significant year for Scapa Flow and the Orkney Islands.
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The EUROTEK founders pictured in 2008. From left to right, Leigh Bishop, Carl Spencer, Rosemary E Lunn
,Read moreEUROTEK is a fantastic diving event with world class presentations. IF you are serious about your diving, you can't afford to miss it. Jim Standing, Fourth Element
The Underwater Training Centre was founded in 1972 and employed 48 people. It trained personnel to work in the commercial diving field, such as the North Sea.
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The award recognises an individual who has enthusiastically contributed to the European diving community and it was named in honour of
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Applicants can only apply for one grant or scholarship, and the online registration process must be completed by midnight on 31 October 2018. The successful applications will be notified on 1 February 2019.
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"Light Monkey has been a big supporter of EUROTEK for many years" stated Rosemary E Lunn, EUROTEK founder. "We are therefore delighted that they have generously donated a lighting system as a ticket prize."
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The 2018 British Hyperbaric Association Annual Scientific Meeting is a unique opportunity to join diving doctors and catch up on the latest research.
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This year Omega are celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Seamaster 300M.
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