OCEANROAMERS manages the European (BE) IADP - DIVE PROFESSIONALS non profit organization.
We are headquartered in Port Sudan, where we are spearheading, marine conservation & sustainable development programs in the Red Sea. And overseeing the development of the RSMA|ERC project.
For additional information, don't hesitate to reach out to us, via our contact page.
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Blogs & Vlogs

While performing our research & monitoring work in relation to our Vault Project, in the immediate surroundings of the reefs of Port Sudan, we were horrified by the realization that we are having a COTS outbreak. COTS stands for Crown Of Thorns Starfish. The adult crown-of-thorns is a corallivorous predator that usually preys on reef

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Weekly Update #opredsea Friday talk: "Friday is Gear Day"  I'll be trying to keep you all a bit more updated on our work in Port Sudan, here's my first try. Like or comment to let me know what you think, your support is important to me.  For more information on my work in Port Sudan: https://oceanroamers.biz/opredsea https://dive-pro

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Since I moved to our new location near the fishing harbor of Port Sudan, I am finally able to get back to our 'Water Work'. Currently still working alone due to the precarious situation in Sudan these days.  At the moment Researching & Mapping the Wingate Reef group, finding fragile corals, mapping the area for heat, pollution stressors. I

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Since shortly after my arrival in Port Sudan, som:e of my old contacts approached me to manage their oceanic ventures. One of them is our friend Yasser, PR manager for the Coral Hotel. He was building a 9 meter motor boat, and wanted me to assist and manage the project. At first I was reticent to take one a touristic venture. For three reasons: I r

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A 'Ghawaga' in KtownLatest updates from my trip 2 Khartoum.But also news on our nonprofit projects:#OPREDSEA, IADP - DIVE PROFESSIONALS, GOBLU3, RSMA|ERCI'll also make an announcement! Join my @TheOceanRoamer's live stream, and don't hesitate to ask questions. Time  January 23, 2022 | 08:00 PM CET / GMT+2 Location Live on Youtube | F

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RSMA|ERC Concept:"Develop the Red Sea Marine Academy & Experimental Research Center, to become an internationally recognized, qualitative marine science hub; where environmentalism, technology, science and marine skills education, foster sustainable development, in the Red Sea state. Developing internationally recognized, marine science & s

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"It's not my garbage, but it's my planet!..." TheOceanRoamer In June 2021, we started cleaning the Port Sudan harbor. In the meantime we have already recovered more than 7 tons of an assortment of trash. And no end in sight yet...as we are recovering a pile up of trash amassed over decades.  I will never forget the look on some people's faces,

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Last week saw the first week, of the training for the Sudan Marine Park Rangers. 3 executive officers, a soldier and a SUDIA representative, are taking part in this course, which is held at the RSMA | ERC location, in the Harbour of Port Sudan. This week was more centered around swimming, snorkeling and some Freediving workshops. Very intensive for

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It's been a year since, the conceptual stages of Operation Red Sea started, in Belgium.THEOCEANROAMER narrates this epoch, that takes you from Belgium to the shores of Sudan; in an effort to help sustainable development of the Red Sea shore lines.After that he introduces you to the Red Sea Marine Academy | Experimental Research Center project, unde

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THEOCEANROAMER was recently chosen to consult and teach the marine park rangers of the Sudan. During our meeting with the WCGA  Marine Parks Executive officers, under the leadership of Colonel Adel, we discussed various scheduling possibilities. Furthermore we also discussed training, and coaching needs, where OCEANROAMERS can be of

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It is with great pleasure, that we announce a new sponsor, for our Operation Red Sea '21.S.M.A Resorts, is a leading real estate developer, under the leadership of Mr. O. el Sheikh Mustafa el Amin. It was a pleasure meeting him and his team.And we are very thankful for the continued support, SMA is showing our projects.   {loadmodule mod_dtdon

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In 2006 I co-sponsored, and co organized the APF (African Parks Foundation), cataloging and research expedition; co-financed by the Cousteau Society. With an international team of scientists and volunteers from renowned international and local organizations. On the 3 week (580 KM) expedition, I acted as the dive officer, overviewing marine operatio

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First update since I started phase 1 of OPERATION RED SEA '21. So much has happened over these last days, some good, some less. But all in all the forward motion is there.As I write it's Sunday evening, first day of the workweek in the arab world. I am still in Egypt currently waiting on the green light for my entry visa to Sudan. So I can finally

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So excited to announce our first sponsorship for OPERATION RED SEA '21!The owners and management of the renowned Regency 4* hotel in Khartoum are offering us rooms and the usage of their business and conferencing facilities, upon availability.   The hotel is centrally located in Khartoum, and well managed. The staff and management are always v

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It's with great pleasure that I announce a new cooperation agreement with Capt. Lorenzo Segalini owner of the Research and Liveaboard vessel MV Don Questo, to function exclusively as our Research and Liveaboard for the OPREDSEA21 Research Expeditions and Citizen Scientist Liveaboard excursions. The Ship, Captain and Crew of the MV Don Questo,

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