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Oceana Canada Applauds Major Step to Protect B.C. Seamounts

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023

OTTAWA, Feb. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Traditional, Unceded Territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg People - February 7, 2023 – Oceana Canada is celebrating the commitment by Fisheries and Oceans Canada to publish draft regulations to protect a 133,019-km2 area off the West Coast of Vancouver Island, home of hydrothermal vents and 93 per cent of Canada’s known underwater mountains, called seamounts. The proposed regulations come after years of hard work by Indigenous Peoples, stakeholders, government agencies and conservation groups to protect the area, four times the size of Vancouver Island, as it is set to become the newest and second largest Marine Protected Area (MPA) in Canada.

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  • In July 2018, Oceana Canada partnered with Fisheries and Oceans Canada, the Haida Nation, and Ocean Networks Canada to explore the seamounts and identify marine species.
  • “The stunning diversity and abundance of life on the seamounts leave no room for hesitation about protecting them,” said Dr. Robert Rangeley, Science Director, Oceana Canada.
  • Oceana Canada has successfully campaigned to end the shark fin trade, make rebuilding depleted fish populations the law, improve the way fisheries are managed and protect marine habitat.
  • By restoring Canada’s oceans, we can strengthen our communities, reap greater economic and nutritional benefits and protect our future.

Planetary Scientist Dr. Alan Stern Announces Call for Mission Specialists for 2023 Titanic Expedition

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

NASSAU, Bahamas, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Earth's oceans remain the least explored and understood, yet most impactful ecosystems on the planet. With a longitudinal study of the Titanic, OceanGate Expeditions is working to change that. Planetary scientist Dr. Alan Stern joined OceanGate Expeditions' 2022 Titanic Expedition as a Mission Specialist. Dr. Stern brought a unique set of qualifications to the Mission Specialist role: he has led NASA's New Horizons mission to Pluto and the Kuiper Belt since its inception in 2001 and is scheduled to participate in a 2023 Virgin Galactic suborbital research mission. He is currently Chief Exploration Officer at World View and Associate Vice President, Space Sector at the Southwest Research Institute. Dr. Stern shared his perspectives on the parallels between exploration in space and our deep oceans after his experience diving to the Titanic with OceanGate Expeditions.

Key Points: 
  • Planetary scientist Dr. Alan Stern joined OceanGate Expeditions' 2022 Titanic Expedition as a Mission Specialist.
  • Aspiring Mission Specialists interested in supporting the 2023 Titanic Expedition should contact OceanGate Expeditions for qualifications, availability, and additional details.
  • OceanGate Expeditions also recently announced the coffee table book, "Titanic Expedition: A Crewed Submersible Expedition to Explore the World's Most Famous Shipwreck."
  • Planetary Scientist, Dr. Alan Stern, shares the parallels between exploration in space and exploration of our deep oceans.

A 26-year-old Titanic Mystery Solved. The Discovery Leads to New Questions

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

NASSAU, Bahamas, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- During the 2022 Titanic Expedition an extremely productive and dense ecosystem was discovered 2900 meters deep near the wreck of the Titanic. The provisionally dubbed Nargeolet-Fanning Ridge was originally recorded as a blip on sonar 26 years ago by PH Nargeolet, a veteran Nautile submersible pilot and Titanic diver. After more than two decades of wondering if the blip was a shipwreck or geologic feature, PH got his chance to dive on the target and explore the ridge that now provisionally carries his name. The mystery was finally solved with the financial support of OceanGate Expeditions Mission Specialist Oisín Fanning and the analysis provided by OceanGate Foundation's scientific team. Video footage released by OceanGate Expeditions shows the awe-inspiring environment that was discovered.

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  • NASSAU, Bahamas, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- During the 2022 Titanic Expedition an extremely productive and dense ecosystem was discovered 2900 meters deep near the wreck of the Titanic.
  • The mystery was finally solved with the financial support of OceanGate Expeditions Mission Specialist Oisn Fanning and the analysis provided by OceanGate Foundation's scientific team.
  • "Uncovering this previously unknown ecosystem also provides an opportunity to make a comparison to the marine biology on and around Titanic.
  • Aspiring Mission Specialists interested in supporting the 2023 Titanic Expedition should contact OceanGate Expeditions for qualifications, availability, and additional details.

Global Underwater Communication System Market Report (2022 to 2030) - Featuring Thales, Teledyne Marine and Sonardyne Among Others

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

The global underwater communication system market size is expected to reach USD 7.20 billion by 2030, according to this report.

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  • The global underwater communication system market size is expected to reach USD 7.20 billion by 2030, according to this report.
  • The use of acoustic waves rather than electromagnetic messages distinguishes underwater acoustic communication from terrestrial communication.
  • The worldwide underwater acoustic communication market is being driven by increased undersea research operations, notably for environmental protection.
  • The following are some of the benefits of an underwater communication system:
    Economy: Underwater communication systems are helpful for business applications, notably in the oil and gas industry.

Titanic as Never Seen Before - OceanGate Expeditions Shares Glimpses of the First Ever 8k Footage of the Titanic

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022

ST. JOHN'S, Newfoundland, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The crew of the 2022 Titanic Expedition succeeded in capturing unprecedented 8k footage of the Titanic exposing an astonishing level of detail and colors. The extraordinary footage premiered on the OceanGate Expeditions YouTube channel today.

Key Points: 
  • Capturing this 8K footage will allow us to zoom in and still have 4K quality which is key for large screen and immersive video projects.
  • Even more remarkable are the phenomenal colors in this footage," says Stockton Rush, President, OceanGate Expeditions.
  • Our science team will be reviewing the 8k, 4k, and other footage captured during the 2022 Titanic Expedition for any changes.
  • Aspiring Mission Specialists interested in supporting the Titanic Survey Expedition should contact OceanGate Expeditions for qualifications, availability, and additional details.

Government of Canada releases report on the state of Canadian Pacific marine ecosystems

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Thursday, June 9, 2022

Seamounts, hydrothermal vents and glass sponge reefs highlight the incredible biodiversity that lies below the surface of the Pacific Ocean.

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  • Seamounts, hydrothermal vents and glass sponge reefs highlight the incredible biodiversity that lies below the surface of the Pacific Ocean.
  • Today, the Honourable Joyce Murray, the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, announced the release of Canada's Oceans Now: Pacific Ecosystems, 2021, the fourth report of the annual ocean series on the current status and trends of marine ecosystems in Canada.
  • The report was prepared by Fisheries and Oceans Canada with contributions from Environment and Climate Change Canada, the Government of British Columbia and the Council of Haida Nation.
  • Ocean observation, research and monitoring work along with conservation activities help us better understand marine ecosystems and how to protect Canada's Pacific ocean.

OceanGate Expeditions Invites Media to Discuss Scientific Research Planned During 2022 Titanic Expedition - June 6, 2022 - 8:30am Pacific

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Thursday, June 2, 2022

ST. JOHN'S, Newfoundland, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In recognition of National Oceans Month, OceanGate Expeditions, in partnership with OceanGate Foundation and eDNAtec, is hosting an exclusive media briefing with representatives from its scientific team spearheaded by Titanic Expedition Chief Scientist, Dr. Steve W. Ross.

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  • OceanGate Expeditions will host a media video conference at 8:30am PDT, June 6, 2022 with the 2022 Titanic Expedition scientific team.
  • ST. JOHN'S, Newfoundland, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In recognition of National Oceans Month, OceanGate Expeditions , in partnership with OceanGate Foundation and eDNAtec , is hosting an exclusive media briefing with representatives from its scientific team spearheaded by Titanic Expedition Chief Scientist, Dr. Steve W. Ross .
  • "This marriage of biology, ecology, archaeology, and GIS mapping is making a unique contribution to the study of the Titanic and, perhaps more importantly, the ocean's floor.
  • Join OceanGate Expeditions' Titanic Expedition science team for a unique opportunity to ask questions about the study of one of the world's most important, cherished, and recognized maritime heritage sites.

Zero-G Partnership With Oceangate Expeditions Demonstrates Link Between Space and Deep Sea Exploration

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

EXPLORATION PARK, Fla., May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Zero Gravity Corporation ("Zero-G") recently announced a new partnership with OceanGate Expeditions for space and sea missions. OceanGate Expeditions is a company of undersea explorers, scientists, and filmmakers who are dedicated to direct observation of the underwater world. OceanGate Expeditions uses technologically advanced crewed submersibles to create expeditions at depths far deeper than can be reached with SCUBA.

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  • Zero Gravity Corporation recently announced a new partnership with OceanGate Expeditions for space and sea missions.
  • EXPLORATION PARK, Fla., May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Zero Gravity Corporation ("Zero-G") recently announced a new partnership with OceanGate Expeditions for space and sea missions.
  • OceanGate Expeditions is a company of undersea explorers, scientists, and filmmakers who are dedicated to direct observation of the underwater world.
  • OceanGate Expeditions uses technologically advanced crewed submersibles to create expeditions at depths far deeper than can be reached with SCUBA.

NASA Space Shuttle Astronaut, Dr. Scott Parazynski, Joins OceanGate, Inc. Board of Directors

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Monday, May 16, 2022

EVERETT, Wash., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On the anniversary of Dr. Scott Parazynski's induction into the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame, OCEANGATE, INC. (OceanGate) announces that the veteran NASA Space Shuttle Astronaut and submersible pilot, has joined the company's Board of Directors. As OceanGate prepares its one-of-a-kind carbon fiber and titanium submersible, Titan, for OceanGate Expeditions' 2022 Titanic Expedition, Dr. Parazynski, a longtime OceanGate advocate and submersible pilot, seeks to expand opportunities for deep ocean research, exploration, and discovery.

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  • EVERETT, Wash., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On the anniversary of Dr. Scott Parazynski's induction into the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame, OCEANGATE, INC. (OceanGate) announces that the veteran NASA Space Shuttle Astronaut and submersible pilot, has joined the company's Board of Directors.
  • "Viewing earth from the vantage point of space makes it crystal clear that earth is an ocean planet.
  • I've been lucky enough to have that view several times, and it inspired my interest in becoming a submersible pilot.
  • His many areas of expertise, mission experience, and understanding of teamwork will make him an invaluable addition to our board of directors.

Inmarsat to Provide Satellite Connectivity for the OceanGate Expeditions 2022 Titanic Expedition

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Monday, May 2, 2022

ST. JOHN'S, Newfoundland, May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- From the historic harbor in St. John's, Newfoundland, OceanGate Expeditions announces Inmarsat as the satellite service provider for the 2022 Titanic Expedition. Inmarsat's Fleet Xpress high speed satellite service will enable OceanGate Expeditions' at-sea crew to instantly connect with scientific and operational resources anywhere in the world and to share important findings immediately while enhancing safety for the entire operation.

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  • ST. JOHN'S, Newfoundland, May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- From the historic harbor in St. John's, Newfoundland, OceanGate Expeditions announces Inmarsat as the satellite service provider for the 2022 Titanic Expedition .
  • Inmarsat satellite connectivity will support our extended team's efforts to understand what the next 110 years hold for the Titanic," explains Rush, President.
  • "Our advanced satellite services save lives and provide connectivity to vessels working in remote and challenging maritime locations around the globe.
  • Aspiring Mission Specialists interested in supporting the Titanic Expedition should contact OceanGate Expeditions for qualifications, availability, and additional details.