La 26th edition of the International Scuba Diving Show will be held from 9 at 12 January 2025, at Paris Porte de Versailles, Hall 4.
An exceptional event which inaugurates theYear of the Oceans, proclaimed by President Emmanuel Macron, and which is in line with the 3United Nations Ocean Conference scheduled for Nice in June 2025. For four days, passionate divers, experts and curious people will come together to celebrate, explore and protect the treasures of the seas and oceans.
A Program Rich in Activities and Conferences
Discover the highlights of this exceptional edition:
- Meet the Freediving Champions
La French Federation of Underwater Studies and Sports (FFESSM) invites you to meet the stars of freediving:
- Adelatif Alouach (Open Water Apnea)
- Guillaume Bourdila (Open Water Apnea)
- Gaëlle Brousse (Swimming Apnea)
These champions will share their experiences and receive a medal of honor on January 11th afternoon at stand E24-G29.
- Awareness and Games Around the Ocean
- Diving Fresco Conference (January 10, 11 a.m.): Discover this collaborative educational tool, designed by Plongée Bleue, which raises awareness of the environmental impacts of diving.
- Masterclass The Ocean Fresco (January 10, 15 p.m.): Explore the environmental challenges of ocean preservation through an interactive and participatory format.
- Image and Science at the Service of the Ocean
Don't miss the conference of Greg Lecoeur (award-winning photographer), in partnership with the Fondation de la Mer, the January 11 at 18 p.m.. Dive into the challenges of popularizing science and the wonder of marine life.
Diving Show 2024 – Best of
New Events Not to Be Missed
- Relive the Paris 2024 Olympic Games
At the AIDA stand (C26), discover the Olympic torch brought up from the bottom of the Mediterranean by the freediving champion Alice Modolo. Take a souvenir photo and learn more about this sporting achievement.
Drop off your used wetsuits at booth F02 to recycle them into unique accessories. Since 2017, this eco-friendly initiative has transformed more than 22 tons of neoprene into practical items.
- Test the LEFEET P1 Underwater Scooter
The latest underwater scooter, compact and powerful, will be demonstrated in the tropical pool on January 11 (17 p.m.-19 p.m.) and 12 janvier (13h30-15h30).
Immersion in the Tropical Pool
Dance underwater in a unique experience combining freediving and artistic expression. Also attend a conference with Julie Gautier, freediver and filmmaker, on January 11 at 16 p.m..
- Test High Performance Fins
Compare the latest innovations in fins, whether plastic or carbon fiber. Try on models designed in collaboration with the legend Umberto Pelizzari.
- Diving Initiations for All
- Introductory diving and freediving lessons, including for people with disabilities.
- Discovery of the equipment of the French Navy, such as the Heavy Feet diving suit or the FROGS
These activities are available every day on a permanent basis.
Explore destinations dedicated to diving through photo exhibitions, screenings and dedicated stands. Leave with ideas for unforgettable trips to the four corners of the globe.
Le International Scuba Diving Show is much more than an exhibition: it is a celebration of the marine universe, a space to raise awareness about ocean protection and a unique opportunity to meet experts and enthusiasts.
> See you at Paris – Porte de Versailles from January 9 to 12, 2025 for an immersive and unforgettable experience.
Patrick Koune
