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AP Valves and Ambient Pressure Diving Merge to Form AP Diving

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11 years ago

March 6, 2014

AP Valves, founded by David Parker in 1969 and famous for producing BCDs and dive accessories of the highest quality, has merged with CCR sister company Ambient Pressure Diving to become one company again – AP Diving.

Martin Parker, Managing Director of AP Diving, had this to say of the in-house merger:

“Looking at the group as a whole, we realised there was some confusion out there about the relationship between the two companies and the multiple brand names we have collected over the decades. To rectify this we have now taken the strategic decision to simplify things by aligning AP Valves and its products (BUDDY BCDs, accessories and spares) with Ambient Pressure Diving’s rebreathers and product lines and to sell them both under the umbrella name AP Diving.

“This has meant re-branding both companies with a unified new-look as well as a number of product re-namings (see the ‘BUDDY GOES COMMANDO’ news item on the AP Diving website here) – to create brand clarity between open circuit and closed circuit products and hopefully clear up any confusion to the customer about Who’s Who and Who makes What…

“It’s simple – AP Diving now make and sell everything – Rebreathers and BCDs.

In terms of our product range, this change means that both the ‘AP Valves’ company name and the ‘BUDDY’ brand name will no longer be used in the sport diving market and the ‘BUDDY Commando’ is now called the AP Commando. This and the other re-named AP BCDs will then sit alongside the AP Inspiration range of rebreather models – the Inspiration XPD, the Inspiration EVO (previously the ‘Evolution’) and the Inspiration EVP (previously the ‘Evolution Plus’).

For divers this means clearer product labelling, simpler ordering and this new web brochure and shop – where you can buy all you want and find out all the information you need – all in one place. Importantly, you will now be buying and ordering factory direct from us – no middleman – ensuring you receive exceptional, fast & reliable service from our knowledgeable team. Some things never change.”

AP Diving was officially launched at LIDS 2014 a couple of weeks ago. Scubaverse caught up with Jeff Parker, AP Diving’s Marketing and Design Manager at the show, and talked to him about the relaunch. To watch our exclusive interview with Jeff, click here.

To visit the new AP Diving website, click here. To start buying AP Diving product, click here.

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DYNAMICNORD announce 20% discount on their entire range of products for Duikvaker 2025

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4 hours ago

January 24, 2025

Team Scubaverse

Attention bargain hunters. DYNAMICNORD offers an attractive trade show promotion for Duikvaker 2025. A whopping 20% can be saved.

During the Duikvaker trade show in Houten in February 2025, DYNAMICNORD will be offering great bargains – both at any DYNAMICNORD dealer and in the online shop. Take 20% off the entire range of products.

Click here to select your favourite products: www.dynamicnord.com

The promo code is: duikvaker25

Promotion period: Saturday, 01.02.2025 0:00 until Wednesday, 05.02.2025 24:00

Only at DYNAMICNORD dealers and in the online shop.

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Chance of winning

If you would like to see the entire range and our new products, you are cordially invited to visit DYNAMICNORD at the Duikvaker trade show in hall 1, booth 1b06. There will be further highlights and a sweepstake at the trade show. Visitors get the chance to win a regulator. More information can be found on our social channels:

www.facebook.com/dynamicnord.official

www.instagram.com/dynamicnord.official/

New Products

DYNAMICNORD is bringing numerous new products to the trade show. The diving world can look forward to regulators, dive computers, tech wings, BCDs, camouflage neoprene suits, drysuits, undersuits, and a complete snorkelling and apnoea line.

The entire DYNAMICNORD team is looking forward to great conversations with divers and partners.

DYNAMICNORD – Your Outdoor Companion.

www.dynamicnord.com

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DAN Launches The DANcast, a Podcast To Inspire Better, Safer Diving

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1 day ago

January 23, 2025

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The DANcast, Divers Alert Network’s new official podcast, delivers safety insights through engaging conversations with divers from across the industry. The series combines practical knowledge with personal stories to inform and inspire. Building on DAN’s educational mission, the podcast is intended to enhance listeners’ knowledge and empower them to make safer, smarter decisions during their own adventures.

The show brings together a variety of voices — safety and medical experts, researchers, equipment manufacturers, underwater photographers and filmmakers, dive operators, and other passionate professionals who believe in DAN’s mission. Episodes cover topics that are sure to resonate with seasoned and new divers alike. Listeners can expect in-depth discussions of scientific research, training practices, technological innovations, conservation efforts, underwater imaging, and more.

The DANcast’s first season debuts January 22, 2025, and will include episodes recorded live at the 2024 DEMA Show in Las Vegas. The premiere episode is a conversation with Howard and Michele Hall of Howard Hall Productions, creators of acclaimed marine wildlife and natural history films, including IMAX theatrical features.

DAN will release new episodes every two weeks. For more information about The DANcast, including the latest episodes and links to subscribe to the podcast on Spotify and YouTube, visit DAN.org/Podcast.