APPLIED DIVING SERVICES, INC. Competitors

Personal Aquatic Equipment for Recreational and Professional Use Aqua Lung pioneered the creation of modern diving equipment in 1943 when Captain Jacques-Yves Cousteau teamed with Émile Gagnan to develop the first “aqua-lung” that made underwater exploration possible. Today, the brand continues to be the leading global designer and manufacturer of dive and water sports gear. With a deep commitment to quality, research and testing, Aqua Lung has revolutionized the scuba diving experience by setting industry standards for scuba equipment in technology, comfort, safety and design. The company’s rich history as an expert in the dive and water sports industry has led to the demand of Aqua Lung equipment for recreational, technical and military applications in more than 60 countries around the world, under the brand names of Aqua Lung, Aqua Sphere, Apeks, O.ME.R, U.S. Divers, and Stohlquist. Corporate: Our mission: Personal Aquatic Equipment for Professional and Recreational Use Since 1943, Aqua Lung has been a leader in manufacturing equipment for adventure, fitness and safety whether in the water, on land or in the air. Each of our brands services the specific needs of our demanding customers through product innovation, worldwide distribution and customer service. Our Brands: Aqua Lung, Apeks, O.ME.R, Sporasub, Deep See, Aqua Sphere, MP Michael Phelps, Michael Phelps Swim Method, Stohlquist, U.S. Divers, Aqua Lung Sport.

Dive Rescue International provides superior training and equipment for all responders to aquatic incidents by providing peer reviewed best practices through innovative, industry leading educators. Founded in 1977 by dedicated law enforcement officials, Dive Rescue International has remained exclusively committed to providing training and equipment for all public safety professionals involved in aquatic incidents. Centrally located for the North and Central American markets at 201 North Link Lane, Fort Collins, Colorado 80524. Dive Rescue International offers more than 50 training programs designed to be instructed by our corporate trainers at any appropriate agency location (on site training) on topics such as Dive Rescue, Recovery, and Investigation; Swiftwater Rescue; Ice Rescue; Technician Training for Equipment; Medical Response; Train the Trainer Classes; and Leadership Training.

Professional Diving Services (PDS) have been in operation for in excess of thirty years supplying commercial diving services predominately throughout Victoria but also interstate and overseas. PDS are an Australian Diver Accreditation Scheme commercial diver training establishment and maintain work systems in accordance with ADAS requirements which is audited annually by ADAS. PDS have also been subject to audits recently by Melbourne Water, Lloyds, ABS, BV and GL for contract maintenance and certification requirements. Professional Diving Services have offices in Melbourne and Portland, and have the capabilities of running up to ten crews on any given day supplying diving crews, labor hire and vessels to all parts of Victoria. Professional Diving Services have a total of sixty two staff consisting of four Operations Managers, seven Diving Supervisors, 32 Divers and three Diving tenders/coxswains and with a further eight office staff to help co-ordinate projects and reports. All Professional Diving Services staff are trained and experienced divers in works of this nature. In addition all divers are qualified and experienced in Advanced First Aid, Oxygen Administration and basic to advanced levels of Occupational Health and Safety.