BSAC Diving Conference 2019

Hosted by underwater explorer, BBC presenter and member Andy Torbet, the 2019 event will have more of what members love – breakout sessions, an impressive external speaker line up and plenty of networking opportunities – all in the top-rated (by previous delegates) venue, The Vox at the NEC, Birmingham.

Download the programme and further event information

What to expect at this year's event…

World-renowned diving medicine expert Dr Neal Pollock will take to the BSAC stage to talk on ‘The future of diver protection’. Neal will also be running a breakout session to answer member questions on this topic.

A much-sought after speaker on the international dive event circuit Professor Simon Mitchell will deliver a talk to conference titled ‘The shortest road to increased safety in diving’.

Conceiver of Blue Planet II, the talented James Honeyborne will talk about ‘Ocean exploration and wildlife film making’. James and his team will share their adventures, challenges and filmmaker’s role in conservation.

Diver RNLI crew members will be sharing their experience and insights from diving ‘shouts’ with delegates in their talk: Saving divers at sea.

Scotland Conservation Officer at the Marine Conservation Society (MCS), Catherine Gemmell will offer a practical guide for clubs to help them become even more environmentally responsible.

Mental health expert Eugene Farrell will talk about how the diving community can play a positive role in mental health.

Lieutenant Jen Smith will be sharing new images and 3D Photogrammetry models of HMS Royal Oak, now a designated war grave, lying in 33 metres of water in Scapa Flow

Also at the conference…

• Hear from your National Diving Officer, Dai Atkins
• Choose from 14 breakout sessions
• Training and safety developments
• Growing our sport and new developments at BSAC
• 2019 Incident Report and lessons to be learned
• Post-event beers (or something else), thanks to blue o two
• Post conference dinner at Hilton Metropole - all members invited

As previous years, conference tickets will give members access to the Dive Show all weekend (short walk from conference venue).

BSAC Diving Conference website

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
Please visit NEC website for travel info and/or Download Interactive Vox locator map

Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Please email or call BSAC - conference@bsac.com / 0151 350 6224.

Can I update my registration information?
Yes. You can update your details online up until seven days before the event.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
Yes, unless you have downloaded the Eventbrite app to your smartphone in which case you could show a digital ticket at registration. Please show your printed or digital ticket to the registration desk staff (You can register from 7.45am.)

The name on the registration/ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay?
No. The attendee must be the person that is listed on the ticket. Registration information can be edited online up until seven days' before the event.

What refreshments are there?
There will be coffee or tea available on arrival and during the morning and afternoon breaks. A ‘grab and go’ lunch can be bought as an extra when you purchase your ticket.

What time can we register and access the main hall?
You can register from 7.45am and access the Main Hall from 9am.

How far away is the Dive Show from The Vox?
About five minutes walking. Exit the Resorts World building on the lake side, turn left and head for the big NEC signs the other side of the lake. The Dive Show will be in Hall 1.