Bahrain to launch new pearl diving licensing schemeBahrain's Ministry of Works, Municipalities Affairs and Urban Planning has unveiled a new scheme to license pearl diving activities, said a report. Starting from August 9, individual applicants can obtain a pearl diving licens More… |
History of pearl diving in focus at Bahrain festThe history of pearl diving in Bahrain will be highlighted at a major heritage festival starting this week in the kingdom, said a report in the Gulf Daily News (GDN), our sister publication. To read fu More… |
Malaysia's Gaya Island offers exclusive diving experienceGaya Island, an underwater haven of vibrant marine life diversity in Malaysia's Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, is offering guests an exclusive diving experience into the clear water of Borneo. The park is More… |
Technip sells diving assets in Gulf of MexicoTechnip, a leader in project management, engineering and construction for the energy industry, has completed the sale of its diving assets in the US Gulf of Mexico to Ranger Offshore. The sale reinforces Technip’s strategy t More… |
Pearl diving 'regains popularity' in BahrainInterest in commercial pearl diving could be on the rise in Bahrain as regular excursions are regaining popularity, said an expert. Al Dar Island manager Mohammed Slaise said the sector could make a splashing comeback as he leads More… |
Michael PhelpsMichael Phelps of the U.S. dives into the pool at the start of the men's 200m individual medley swimming final at the Aquatics Centre during the London 2012 Olympic Games August 2, 2012. REUTERS/Adam Pretty/Pool More… |
Hull in major marine projects pushBahrain-based Hull Diving Services is working on $1.5 million projects with underwater communications giant TE SubCom, it said at the Gulf Industry Fair. A marine services company, Hull Diving Services is specialized in hull cleaning, prop More… |
Over 80 firms for first Saudi boat showMore than 80 companies from 13 countries are participating at the inaugural Saudi International Boat Show which opened last night (October 14) at the Al Furusya Marina & Yacht Club in Jeddah. The event will run until October 17. More… |