Camera-Friendly Tender Decks: Rinse Tanks, Padding, Power
A camera-friendly dive tender deck needs four things the standard layout lacks: a dedicated rinse tank of at least 80–100 […]
Dive Tender Design
Deck layouts, tender sizes, entry and exit systems and shelter choices for custom dive tenders built for Raja Ampat operations.
Open vs Cabin Dive Tenders for Tropical Operations
For tropical dive operations, an open tender with a well-designed hardtop beats a cabin tender in most day-boat roles: it
Best Tender Size for 8-12 Divers: A Working Comparison
For 8–12 divers, the working answer is a 9–10 m dive tender: long enough to carry roughly 1.2–1.4 tonnes of divers and
Dive Tender Deck Layout: Entry, Exit and Tank Racks
A dive tender deck layout for remote areas like Raja Ampat works when three flows never cross: divers moving aft
How to Spec a Dive Tender for Raja Ampat Operations
To spec a dive tender for Raja Ampat operations, start from four fixed constraints: the Dampier Strait’s strong tidal currents,
Designing the Ideal Dive Deck for Raja Ampat Day Boats
A dive deck is judged by one number: how many minutes it takes to turn a boat around between dives.