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The event has attracted the backing of some of the world’s most recognized marine organizations, including PADI, SeaKeepers, and a number of international partners committed to advancing sustainable diving practices and marine conservation. 

With PADI and SeaKeepers as Presenting Ocean Research Partners, and support from other globally recognised marine organisations, the inaugural event is rapidly establishing itself as the Red Sea’s most-anticipated new industry gathering. 

The designation means eligible donations made to SeaKeepers Australia are tax deductible, creating a new pathway for individuals, businesses, vessel owners and the broader marine industry to contribute to the organisation’s work while receiving associated tax benefits.

We are pleased to announce that The International SeaKeepers Society Australian Charitable Trust is now officially a registered charity and endorsed Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR).

British adventurer James Ketchell has made history by becoming the first person to circumnavigate the globe by land, air and sea, while simultaneously contributing to vital ocean science projects through The International SeaKeepers Society’s DISCOVERY Programme.

As a passionate ocean advocate and Ambassador for the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) since 2023, and through his vessel’s participation in the SeaKeepers DISCOVERY Programme, Ketchell supported three ocean science missions in on his journey.

SeaKeepers exists to connect that access with science. Founded 26 years ago, the organisation works with the private yachting community to support ocean conservation, marine research, citizen science, education, and community engagement.

The initiative is a global effort to map the ocean floor by 2030. Marco Island police joined the project a few months ago.