Sam Helmy

Sam Helmy is a TDI/SDI Instructor Trainer, and PADI Staff and Trimix Instructor. Diving for 28 years, a dive pro for 14, I have traveled extensively chasing my passion for diving. I am passionate about everything diving, with a keen interest in exploration, Sharks and big stuff, Photography and Decompression theory. Diving is definitely the one and only passion that has stayed with me my whole life! Sam is a Staff Writer for DeeperBlue.com

Australian Algal Bloom Has Major Negative Psychological Impact

New research has found that the recent algal bloom along the South Australian coastline has had a major negative psychological impact on the local population.

Dive Instructor Fatality On The Zenobia Wreck

A dive instructor died in Cyprus last week while guiding two trainees at the Zenobia ferry wreck site near Larnaca.

National Marine Sanctuary Foundation Appoints Hans Cole As New Vice President of Programs

The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation has announced the appointment of Hans Cole as its new vice president of programs.

2026 UK Go Diving Show: Truly Incredible!

The 2026 Go Diving Show wrapped after delivering another stunning performance with record breaking crowds.

Colossal Coral Found By Mother And Daughter Divers

A mother–daughter team of citizen scientists has discovered what appears to be the largest mapped coral colony by area on the Great Barrier Reef.

Capturing Critters in Lembeh Dates Announced

Lembeh Resort has announced the dates for the 13th edition of Indonesia’s longest-running underwater photography workshop, Capturing Critters in Lembeh.

Seychelles Coral Lab Is A Huge Success

A new, land-based coral spawning facility on Praslin Island in the Seychelles has achieved its first successful mass spawn, producing roughly 800,000 embryos and settling about 65,000 juvenile corals.

Dive Operator Fined For Unauthorized Helicopter Drop in Hawaii

A Hawaii dive operator has been fined US$10,000/~€8,736 after officials caught a helicopter “drop” into a protected bay on two days in June 2025.

Legislation May Change The Face Of UK Wreck Diving

A warning has been issued that massive legal changes could reshape wreck diving in UK waters.

Reef Renewal Foundation Curaçao Celebrates The Decade With Massive Expansion In 2025

Reef Renewal Foundation Curaçao (RRFC) has announced the release of its 2025 annual report.

Scientists: Liquid Crystal Monomers Can Accumulate In Dolphins And Porpoises

Researchers have detected liquid crystal monomers (LCMs), the chemicals used in LCD screens, in the tissues of endangered dolphins and porpoises.

Limited Spots Available for The 2026 Sardine Run

Southeast Scuba Escape announced that several spots have opened up on their WhereWorldsMeet sardine run for 2026 in South Africa.

Body Of Female Argentinian Diver Recovered

The body of a female diver has been recovered from a wreck in Argentina.

New Gemini Dive Vessel To Serve Clarke Cay and Dunbar Rock

Cabañas on Clark’s Cay and Villa on Dunbar Rock have announced the launch of their new dive boat, the Gemini.

I.CARE Trash Derby Details Announced

The latest edition of the I.CARE trash derby has been announced.

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