They are divers, photographers, or simply enthusiasts, and they all share a common ambition: to reveal the beauty and fragility of the underwater world to better preserve it. Through their festivals dedicated to underwater images and films, Pauline, Patrick, and Yann work each year to raise awareness among as many people as possible. Discover the […]
From the small volcanic island of Reunion to the deserted beaches of the Scattered Islands or the vast Malagasy coasts, habitats and contexts greatly differ, thus influencing the evolution of marine turtle populations in the region. Depending on the species, the conservation status and challenges vary significantly, requiring vigilance and adapted actions from committed stakeholders. […]
Exceptional Diving: The Inventors of Underwater Pits Who Turn Passion into Adventure Diving pits to explore the depths all year round Dive in warmth and discover the seabed, even far from the sea: it’s a dream come true thanks to enthusiasts like Dirk, Franck, Giovanni, John, and Wouter. In Belgium, Lyon, or Italy, their underwater […]
Since the 60s, Jean-Pierre Joncheray has become one of the main figures in French underwater archaeology. He has participated in numerous excavations and discovered ancient, medieval, and modern shipwrecks. Author of many works on the subject and creator of the journal Cahiers d’archéologie subaquatique, he has dedicated his diving life to these buried remains. How […]
A team of diving videographers and freedivers set out in search of the monk seal in Greek waters. This quest, which might have seemed ordinary, radically transformed their perspective on interactions with the animal world, highlighting many concerns. The quest for the seals The first day of filming begins with the search for the seals. […]
Have you ever looked at a nautical chart or sailed on the waves? Then you probably know the Shom (Hydrographic and Oceanographic Service of the Navy). Often seen as a simple publisher of nautical charts, the Shom actually undertakes a much broader range of missions, serving the armed forces and the nation. Maritime risk prevention, […]
French marine parks play an essential role in the sustainable management of our seas and coasts. From Brittany to Martinique, passing through Corsica and Mayotte, park managers are committed daily to reconciling discovery and respect for these exceptional marine environments. Iroise: Revival of an Ecosystem « When you dive today in the Iroise Sea (Finistère), there […]
A rainbow of color Coralligenous is the richest and most colorful underwater habitat in the Mediterranean. It is primarily formed by the accumulation of limestone produced by encrusting red algae known as coralline algae. The dominant colors of the coralligenous vary according to depth, light, and the species present. Generally, red, pink, and purple are […]
Aggressor Adventures: Three new luxury yachts launched this spring Aggressor Adventures®, a world leader in adventure travel, unveils three new luxury cruise ships setting sail this spring: the Red Sea Aggressor V, the Komodo Aggressor, and the Bahamas Aggressor II. These new additions reflect the company’s ongoing commitment to providing unparalleled diving experiences to some […]
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 […]
