In the summer of 2022, a vessel - a 10-meter long motor yacht - sank in the waters off the coast of Latvia. The ship was considered unsalvageable until Latvian commercial divers from "Dronelab" took on the challenge of recovering it. Using his specialized diving equipment and the knowledge gained from his work experience, [...]
Commercial diving is a profession that involves the inspection, inspection and repair of various underwater structures. One of the most important tasks of commercial divers is the inspection of bridges. Bridge inspection requires special equipment and techniques to ensure that the inspection is done thoroughly and accurately. In this […]
Bathymetry is the process of measuring and mapping the underwater features of oceans, rivers, lakes and other bodies of water. Surveying the bed of water bodies is a critical task that requires advanced technology and expertise. In recent years, the latest multi-beam echo sounder technologies and underwater drones equipped with bathymetry equipment […]
Exploration of the underwater world has always been a challenge for people, and special tools and techniques have always been needed to reach the unexplored depths of the ocean, confirms Valters, underwater project manager of SIA "Dronelab" (tel. 220-77-202). Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) have proven to be an ideal aid for divers, […]
With this article, we continue the series of articles on the history of Latvian divers. Let's preserve the history of Latvian underwater sports! We invite Latvian underwater sports veterans to apply, or people who know underwater athletes or harbor divers. The article contains excerpts from newspapers (1920-1930) and […]
Diver Valentin describes his experience with a ship "Ernestini", which ran aground in Kolka a century ago, and his experience with the local "Pirates from Kolčenia". Steamship - sailing ship sunk in Cape Kolka In order to be able to help me "from above", the boat was anchored above the deck between the two […]
Commercial diving requires a very wide range of tools, the experience of Dronelab, the head of commercial underwater diving, requires specialized tools and equipment to ensure safety and efficiency when working underwater. Compressed air hand tools are an essential part of a diver's tool kit […]
Many stories have been preserved in Latvia about equipment sunk and abandoned in swamps and lakes. People have seen planes fall into the lake, fishermen have accidentally picked up parts while fishing. There are many confirmed cases of historical objects, there are also many cases where aircraft nevertheless [...]
Gray seals (Halichoerus grypus), also known as "dogs of the sea", are a fascinating and interesting species of seal that is often found in the Baltic Sea and is an endangered species. With their different appearance and behavior, these animals play a crucial role in the balance of the Baltic Sea ecosystem […]
Deep sea diving has always been an exciting experience for adventure seekers. But as much as we want to dive into the unknown and explore the underwater world, safety should always be our top priority. Scuba diving is a sport that involves various safety procedures, rules [...]
