Travis Richardson Appointed as Phoenix International Holdings Hawai’i Manager
Phoenix International Holdings, Inc., announced the appointment of Travis Richardson as Hawai’i Area Manager.Richardson returns to Phoenix after his previous tenure from 2014 to 2019, where he led commercial diving operations, underwater ship repair projects, and regional business activities throughout the Pacific. His return brings nearly three decades of experience in diving, salvage, underwater construction, and program management to Phoenix's Pacific operations.Richardson earned both a Bachelor of Business degree in Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship and a Master of
Vessel Maintenance Demands Rise, IMCA Urges Focus on Diver Safety
idle, the accumulation of marine growth on hulls is expected to be significant. This reduces fuel efficiency due to increased hydrodynamic drag, and also risks transferring invasive aquatic species between regions, damaging marine ecosystems.However, UWSH remains one of the most hazardous areas of commercial diving. In recent years, IMCA has been made aware of multiple fatalities linked to UWSH. These incidents are frequently associated with unqualified or inexperienced dive teams and the use of inappropriate equipment, such as self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA), rather than surface-supplied
Decommissioning: IMCA Issued Diver Safety Guide
Association (IMCA) has published new industry guidance designed to improve safety during subsea decommissioning and dismantlement projects, warning that ageing offshore infrastructure, incomplete historical records and changing site conditions are creating an increasingly high-risk environment for commercial diving operations.As offshore oil and gas assets around the world reach the end of their operational life, decommissioning activity is expected to increase significantly over the next decade.According to Rystad Energy, global decommissioning expenditure is forecast to reach approximately $81bn between
Cygnus Underwater Diver Held Gauge Delivers Accurate, Quick Data
For commercial diving teams under pressure to deliver accurate UT data quickly and safely, the Cygnus Underwater Diver Held Gauge sets a new benchmark. Built specifically for subsea and inland corrosion surveying, it delivers fast, accurate thickness measurements, even through coatings and heavy corrosion, while reducing the operational burdens typically placed on divers.Faster Measurements The Cygnus Underwater is easy-to-use, quick-to-verify, and offers accurate measurement capability. Combined with its Multiple-Echo mode for automatically error-checked readings, it means divers spend less
Phoenix Introduces Novasub Commercial Diving System
Phoenix International is advancing modern commercial diving operations with Novasub, a Phoenix diving system designed around modularity, digital integration, and operational flexibility. Unlike traditional commercial diving systems built around large analog control panels, Novasub delivers configurable components that integrate communications, monitoring, video, and air control into a cohesive, data-driven ecosystem.At the core of the system is the Novasub Diver Monitoring System (DMS), a digital platform that logs real-time dive data for multiple divers and provides browser-based access without
Joris Vogels Succeeds Eric Lamkin as Hytech-Pommec CEO
an organization with a global top‑three position and abroad portfolio of products and services in hyperbaric technology. The post‑merger integration has now been fully completed.During this period, the company has demonstrated growth across the sectors in which it operates: medical, tunneling, commercial diving, governmental & defense, life support and yachting. “I am excited to lead Hytech‑Pommec into this next phase. We have deep expertise, a talented and committed team, and a solid position in several attractive and growing markets. Together, we will continue to invest in quality
50 Years of Women in Navy Diving: Advancing Opportunity in Tandem with Technology
courtesy of Deb Bodenstedt.Navy Diver Chief Petty Officer (retired) Becky Jones prepared to make a dive in the Mk 21 helmet with a wet suit garment. Photo courtesy of Chief Becky Jones.The introduction of the Kirby Morgan Mk 21 in 1993 marked notable progress. Adapted from the Superlite 17B used in commercial diving, the Mk 21 included an internal demand regulator and an adjustable oronasal mask, addressing many previous fit issues. Its inner liner allowed customization for various head sizes, significantly improving overall comfort and security.The Mk 21 further featured a horse collar neck ring sealed
Petrodive to Expand Commercial Diving Activities to Asia Pacific Region
Diving company Petrodive has signed collaboration agreement with subsea services firm Seatech Engineering Maintenance to work together on commercial diving activities in Malaysia’s Sabah state, with the focus on oil and gas developments.To accomplish their objectives, both parties will establish a consultative framework to collaboratively develop underwater operations and working cooperation with various stakeholders."The signing of this agreement signals a new phase in expanding Petrodive's commercial diving activities in the Asia Pacific region," said Stéphane Troté
DST Taps Seaeye Falcon for Resarch, Offshore Energy
Italy’s DST (Deep Sea Technology) selected a 1000m-rated Saab Seaeye Falcon DR robotic vehicle to support archaeological research and offshore energy.The Seaeye Falcon DR will be employed by Naples-based DST, a commercial diving business, across its operations supporting offshore energy and maritime archaeology in both shallow and deep waters. The Falcon package includes a Tritech Super SeaPrince sonar and skid-mounted five function manipulator and rope cutter.“The Falcon DR will extend our operational capabilities,” says Alessandro Scuotto, CEO of DST. “It will operate in both
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