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Dived Up Publications Partners with Nautilus UK Ltd for Book Distribution
Dived Up Publications, a leading publisher of dive-related books, is delighted to announce a new partnership with Nautilus Group Ltd for the distribution of its entire book catalogue. This strategic alliance will enhance the availability of Dived Up’s titles to dive shops, retailers and diving enthusiasts worldwide.
Nautilus UK Ltd, renowned for its expertise in the marine and diving industry, will assume responsibility for the distribution, sales and marketing of Dived Up Publications’ books to the dive trade. This collaboration will enable Dived Up to focus on creating exceptional content while leveraging the strong Nautilus distribution network and industry knowledge.
“We are thrilled to partner with Nautilus,” said Alex Gibson, Editor-in-Chief at Dived Up Publications. “Their deep understanding of the diving market and their established distribution channels make them the ideal partner to expand the reach of our range of diving-related books.”
Brett Thorpe, owner at Nautilus, added, “We are excited to welcome Dived Up Publications to our portfolio. Their high-quality dive books are a perfect complement to our existing range of products. In a world of digital media, it’s refreshing to be able to offer high quality physical media which will still be with us in 50 years. We look forward to working closely with Dived Up to ensure their books reach a wider audience.”
About Dived Up Publications
Dived Up Publications is your mandatory stop for in-depth diving knowledge. We’re passionate independent publishers crafting specialist books with expert authors for underwater enthusiasts of all levels. Our mission is to transcend introductory manuals and provide serious and casual divers alike with beautifully designed, meticulously researched resources. Our diverse collection encompasses dive location guides, underwater photography and videography, diving equipment, captivating biographies, maritime history, marine life identification resources, and a range of logbooks. We also champion niche titles from other independent publishers, ensuring a wealth of unique voices reaches your bookshelf.
Recently released titles include:
Coral Triangle Cameos: Biodiversity and the small majority by Alan Powderham;
Treasures, Shipwrecks and the Dawn of Red Sea Diving by Howard Rosenstein; and
Diving Gozo & Comino (2nd Edition) by Richard Salter
Dived Up Publications website: www.DivedUp.com
Facebook @DivedUpPublications / Insta @diveduppubs / X @DivedUp / TikTok @divedup
About Nautilus UK Ltd
Nautilus was born out of necessity and has grown through knowledge and experience to allow smaller, as well as larger, retailers to sell premium products and be able to provide their customers with access to quality high end diving equipment. The brands we support are chosen carefully for their product innovation, reliability, range and reputation. After sales is just as important as the pre-sales to us and our dealers and offering this support is imperative in the chain of services we offer.
Nautilus UK website: https://nautilus.uk/
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The Pelagic dive watch from fourth element combines British design with Swiss-craftmanship in a hand-built automatic watch which captures the essence of classic scuba-diving timepieces.
Named after the vast reaches of the open ocean, the Pelagic combines exceptional craftmanship with high-specification engineering. Designed in the UK and hand-built in Switzerland, it is rated to a depth of 500m. The Pelagic features a stunning automatic movement, seen through the sapphire crystal glass case back, powered by a Swiss made precision self-winding movement. This is a watch suitable for the most extreme environments on Planet Earth.
The Pelagic has a brushed stainless-steel case with the choice of 22mm silicone/rubber strap or stainless-steel bracelet. It features a helium escape valve, positioned at 9 o’clock ensuring that this watch is even equipped for saturation diving. The watch features a unidirectional black ceramic bezel, allowing maximum dive times to be planned, luminous hands and markers and date function.
Design detailing includes ‘fourth element’ engraved on the rotor, buckle (on the silicon/rubber strap version) or clasp (on the brushed stainless-steel version). The crown features the fourth element icon representing the four elements earth, air fire and water.
The Pelagic watch is packaged using only recycled materials (recycled PET) and FSC certified paper and card, demonstrating fourth element’s continued commitment to its OceanPositive mission.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
– Movement: 26 Jewel Swiss Sellita SW200 automatic with hacking function
– Water resistance: 500m / 1640ft
– Helium escape valve: 9 o’clock
– Crown: screw down locking
– Case width: 44mm
– Case thickness: 14mm
– Shatter and scratch resistant sapphire crystal
– Lug to lug: 52mm
– Case material: 316l brushed stainless steel
– Bezel: 120-click unidirectional with black ceramic insert
– Swiss Super-LumiNova C3 on markers and hands
– Strap: 22mm silicone/rubber strap or brushed stainless steel bracelet
– Warranty: 2 years
– Swiss made
The first watches are available from key retailers globally from 1 October. More details can be obtained from the fourth element website at fourthelement.com
RRP: GBP £1475 / USD $1975 / EUR €1795 / AUD $2950 / CAD $2595
Camouflage from head to toe – with style and comfort
Whether freediving, diving or swimming – with the new 1.5mm FDS-2 camouflage suit by DYNAMICNORD one can explore warm waters to one’s heart’s content.
Thanks to the specially designed camouflage pattern in blue and grey, the 1.5mm neoprene suit is perfect for freediving. This gives freedivers the chance to observe underwater creatures from a shorter distance.
Due to the robust limestone neoprene and high-quality workmanship, the FDS-2 is also suitable for scuba diving or other water sports. The ergonomic cut and pre-shaped arms and legs ensure maximum comfort when donning and doffing. The flex lamination offers optimum 4-way stretch and increases freedom of movement.
The chest, elbows, buttocks and knees are reinforced against abrasion with printed polyurethane dots. The back zipper is protected by an outer flap. The good antibacterial properties of the material are the icing on the cake of this beautiful camouflage suit.
To complete the camouflage look, DYNAMICNORD offers matching essentials. The MC-15 two-lens mask and SC-10 snorkel feature a coordinated camouflage pattern in blue and grey. The AF-70 freediving fin is available in matching shades of blue and grey. Camouflage from head to toe – with style and comfort.
The FDS-2 camouflage suit is now available from DYNAMICNORD specialty retailers and in the online shop at a recommended sales price of €179.00. Due to the high stretch content, there are smart unisex sizes. With a slim fit.
FDS-2 camouflage suit
- Colors: camouflage-blue and camouflage-grey
- Unisex sizes: S-3XL
MC-15 freediving mask: €49.99
SC-10 freediving snorkel: €17.99
AF-70 freediving fin: €119.00
Find out more about DYNAMICNORD diving equipment at www.dynamicnord.com.
DYNAMICNORD – Your outdoor companion.
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