Letzter in Englisch

CITES Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species: Successful conclusion of the convention

Necessary regulation of international trade in wild animals and plants: Since Monday, November 24, 2025, nearly 200 signatory states to the CITES Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species have been meeting in the Uzbek city of Samarkand. The aim of the convention is to regulate international trade in wild animals and plants in such a way as to ensure the long-term survival of endangered species. Now it is clear that the intensive and sometimes difficult negotiations have been worthwhile!

SS United States not yet sinking

Former passenger steamer to become giant artificial wreck: The SS United States, once a symbol of speed and luxury, is to be converted into an artificial reef in the Gulf of Mexico. After almost 30 years moored in Philadelphia, the ocean liner embarked on its final voyage in spring 2024. The ship was towed to Mobile, Alabama, where it was decontaminated and prepared for sinking.

“Deep Sea Adventures – In Search of New Species”

ReefExplorer Online Lecture Series 2025! On November 20, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., PD Dr. Ekin Tilic from the Senckenberg Research Institute and Natural History Museum in Frankfurt will take you on a fascinating underwater journey in his online lecture.

The Vaquita – the latest model from Stefan Wiessmeyer

Stefan's scuba collection is growing: There are only about 8 to 9 vaquitas left – making them the most endangered marine mammals in the world and critically threatened with extinction. Stefan's volunteer work (since 1995) for the species conservation organisation YAQU PACHA gave rise to the idea of modelling a vaquita and adding it to his scuba collection.

Diving with the Divevolk Seatouch 4 Max housing

Underwater with your smartphone: As a professional underwater photographer, I find it difficult to accept a smartphone as a camera, but since cell phones are getting better and better and now deliver solid results, I'm giving them a try and looking into this topic in depth.

Abu Dabbab: Royal Evolution runs aground on reef

Well-known safari boat runs aground on reef off Abu Dabbab: The Royal Evolution, a well-known safari boat, ran aground on a reef off Abu Dabbab on the first day (Friday, October 24) of a new tour from Port Ghalib. The steel ship is currently stuck on Block 4 off Abu Dabbab.

Petition: Protection for endangered marine giants

Global decision at CITES in November: This November, world leaders will meet at the CITES conference in Uzbekistan to make a landmark decision on the protection of internationally endangered marine species. At stake is the preservation of whale sharks, oceanic whitetip sharks, manta rays, and devil rays—animals that play a central role in our oceans' ecosystems.

DYNAMICNORD presents 7mm 3-Finger Diving Gloves with kevlar reinforcement

Superior cold protection meets optimal grip security – designed and engineered in Germany: DYNAMICNORD expands its product portfolio with innovative 7mm 3-finger diving gloves. The new gloves combine state-of-the-art materials with ergonomic design, setting new standards for thermal insulation, protection and comfort underwater.

Exclusive interview with Swiss athletes

CMAS World Championships Underwater Photography 2025: We present an exclusive interview about the CMAS World Championships in Underwater Photography 2025! The interview was conducted by 5bar.ch and we would like to thank our Swiss colleagues for providing us with the material.