In France, the marine medical assistance system is governed by instruction n°112/SGMer, issued by the general secretariat of the Sea, which falls under the Prime Minister. This legal framework was established by decree n° 95-1232 of November 22, 1995. Diving accidents, whether related to scuba, rebreathers, freediving, or spearfishing, are special cases for which the […]
The voluntary sinking of ships as artificial reefs is a topic we are passionate about. We discussed this theme in a previous issue of Dive In! (No.38), and since then, developments are encouraging. We reached out to Julien Belda from SAS BELDA Consultant, author of the first legal and economic study on the subject, to […]
Impossible to compete with the talent of Renée Capozzola in the world of underwater photography. Her works are recognized worldwide, accumulating multiple awards in the most prestigious competitions and a continuous presence in leading journals and media. Originally from Southern California, Renée was captivated at the age of 7 by the art of American master […]
Diving in the fjords Craving an unforgettable dive? Norway, with its 2,650 km of coastline and hundreds of fjords, is the dream destination for divers seeking freshness and novelty. Rich in impressive dive spots, this Scandinavian country will not disappoint you. Here, immersion is a true spectacle: For experienced divers, Saltstraumen offers formidable currents with guaranteed thrills. […]
If you follow the news of the sea and oceans, you have inevitably encountered the controversy surrounding marine protected areas and their shortcomings in terms of biodiversity conservation. The topic leaves no one indifferent, with supporters of enhanced, even total, protection, and local stakeholders, whether maritime professionals or simple users, clearly expressing their position. It […]
Diving with gas mixtures other than air involves various techniques, including Nitrox diving (oxygen-enriched air), Heliox (oxygen and helium), Trimix (oxygen, helium, and nitrogen), as well as pure oxygen. These dives can be conducted in open circuit or with rebreathers. They are subject to specific regulations. Cylinder labeling To avoid potentially deadly confusions, each diving […]
La plongée avec des mélanges gazeux autres que l’air comprend diverses techniques, y compris la plongée nitrox (air enrichi en oxygène), l’héliox (oxygène et hélium), le trimix (oxygène, hélium, et azote), ainsi que l’oxygène pur. Ces plongées peuvent être effectuées en circuit ouvert ou en utilisant des recycleurs. Elles sont soumises à des réglementations spécifiques. […]
On July 4, 2024, the Saint-Mandrier diving school marked an important milestone with the closing ceremony of the 66th mine clearance diver course. Twelve students were certified, thus commemorating 60 years of a training program that continues the standards of excellence established by its pioneers. A legacy born after World War II At the end […]
Raja Ampat, an archipelago comprising about 1,500 islands, is located at the far west of Indonesia, in the Papua Barat province, also known as West Papua. This region is prized by divers from all over the world for its extraordinary biodiversity and breathtaking dive sites, being at the heart of the famous Coral Triangle. 10 […]
When the opportunity to join a freediving cruise off the Hyères Islands with Stéphane Mifsud is offered to me, I do not hesitate long before accepting it. Then, a concern arises: being a beginner in freediving, will I manage to handle it? Very soon, I am reassured, these cruises are open to all levels! Arrival […]
