Cyprus’ first scientific diving workshop held with success
10:06 - 14 September 2023
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The Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute along with the Southampton Marine and Maritime Institute (SMMI) organised the first scientific diving workshop in Cyprus and it was a great success.
During an intensive training week, professionals from different backgrounds coming from Cyprus, Egypt, Greece and Lebanon were introduced to the theoretical and practical aspects of Scientific Diving.
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Participants had the opportunity to perform essential scientific diving skills and were introduced to relevant regulations, equipment maintenance and operation, as well as to the physiology of diving.
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The workshop was funded by SMMI, CMMI, and the Honor Frost Foundation (HFF). It was also supported by SD Support Centre and No Limit Scuba Training Centre.
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