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03/11/2026

Congratulations to our friends at Divers Alert Network on some well-deserved honors! Steve Jamroz

Divers Alert Network (DAN) won three silver awards at the American Advertising Federation (AAF) Triangle Awards ceremony on March 5, 2026. As a local chapter, AAF Triangle represents the first tier of the American Advertising Awards, the advertising industry’s largest national competition, which c...

03/06/2026

The dive industry has lost a leader and innovator.

Aggressor Adventures announces with profound sadness the passing of its Chief Executive Officer, Wayne Bryant Brown, who entered into rest on March 3, 2026, at the age of 65, following a private 1.5-year battle with bile duct cancer. He was surrounded by family and close friends in his final days. A...

03/03/2026

Has anyone tried this new fin yet? Share your comments below.

The Mares Power Plana LT has earned the 2026 Testers Choice Award for Best New Tech Style Fins by Scubalab. Read more at https://www.DiveNewswire.com

02/03/2026

Here's the latest DiveNewswire profile - Ani Ferguson of Aqua Native

In the high deserts of Utah, a land defined by its arid expanses, a different kind of oasis has bloomed, nurtured by a woman known as “Mermaid in a desert.” This is the story of Ani Ferguson, the founder of Aqua Native, whose lifelong passion for water has transformed into a unique mission to br...

01/28/2026

Congratulations to the recently elected 2026 DEMA Board of Directors DEMA.org

The results of DEMA’s 2026-2028 Board of Directors Election are in! Members of DEMA’s 2026-2028 Board of Directors include the following individuals: A1-Manufacturing Patrick Danko, Garmin* Mike Hollis, Pro Asia A2-Diver Certification and Training Agencies Jeff Mondle, PADI Americas JoAnn (Haack...

01/26/2026

Welcome BACK to the dive industry Gary and Lori Webb of Designated Diver sportswear.

Designated Diver Sportswear, a brand long recognized for its iconic presence in dive-related retail and resort apparel, has announced its official return to the scuba diving industry in 2026. For many years, Designated Diver featured one of the most recognizable graphics in dive retail: the classic....

01/23/2026

Great news this morning from our friends on Curacao! Dive Curacao Dive Travel Curacao The Dive Bus, Curacao

Written by Bryan Horne, Dive Curaçao Curaçao has been crowned Caribbean Dive Destination of the Year at the Caribbean Travel Awards 2026. The island offers over 70 world-class dive sites, calm shore diving, vibrant reefs, and an industry-wide commitment to sustainability that protects both marine ...

01/21/2026

The latest edition of DiveNewswire is out. http://eepurl.com/jxwXA6
You will find releases from White's Drywear, NAUI, History of Diving Museum Divers Alert Network Dive Curacao Alex Brylske, DEMA.org and SEASICK PRODUCTIONS

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01/16/2026

The dive industry mourns the passing of another industry pioneer, Robert Croft. History of Diving Museum DEMA.org Historical Diving Society, USA

Robert A. “Bob” Croft, 91, passed away on January 9, 2026, in Lebanon, PA. Robert Croft was born on July 19, 1934 in New York, NY, to John and Jennie Croft. Robert served his country for 22 years with the United States Navy as a diver. During that time, he was stationed on various submarines [.....

01/12/2026

https://www.divenewswire.com/naui-announces-new-executive-director/ NAUI has announced a new Executive Director.

The National Association of Underwater Instructors, Inc. (NAUI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Ricki Orford as our new Executive Director. Mr. Ricki Orford is a seasoned diver who believes that diver safety and performance are the direct result of proper training, sound decision-makin...

01/09/2026

Little Cayman Beach Resort announces 2026 Underwater Photo Week

01/08/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 NOGI Award winners!

The Academy of Underwater Arts and Sciences (AUAS) is pleased to announce the 2026 recipients of the prestigious NOGI Award: Jonathan Bird (Arts), Dr. Simon Mitchell (Science), Cristina Zenato (Environment), Richard “Richie” Kohler (Sports/Education) and Howard Rosenstein (Distinguished Service)...