The "New" MV Dive Asia I, Part 1: The Keel-Laying

On 9 August 2007, at 9:09am, we had the keel-laying for the new MV Dive Asia I.  In a traditional and religious ceremony, the keel was consecrated.  Afterwards, we enjoyed delicious local food and received many well wishes for our new ship.

Much progress on her construction has been made since the keel-laying.  It is now possible to imagine that she will be a true beauty of the sea.

The MV Dive Asia I will be ready for your dive adventures by the end of October 2008.  She will be 29 meters long with a beam of six meters.  Twenty divers will be accommodated in ten cabins all furnished with their own en suite cabin.  Nitrox will be available for all sixteen dives during the five-night and four-day cruise to Thailand's best dive sites.  The cruise through the Similan and Surin National Parks includes Richelieu Rock as a highlight.