Singapore is about to take centre stage in the global technical diving community as TEKAsia 2026 makes its highly anticipated debut. Taking place from 10 to 12 April 2026 at Suntec Singapore, this new addition to the region’s diving calendar is set to deliver three days of high-level insight, real-world application, and industry-leading expertise.
Held alongside ADEX Asia Dive Expo, widely recognised as Asia’s leading dive exhibition, TEKAsia arrives as part of Singapore Ocean Week under the ADEX Big Blue Legacy 2026 banner, immediately positioning itself as a serious platform for advanced diving disciplines.
A New Hub for Technical Diving in Asia
TEKAsia 2026 is not simply another conference. It has been developed as a focused environment where technical, scientific, commercial, and exploratory diving intersect. The event is spearheaded by renowned technical diving pioneers David Strike and Richard Taylor, bringing decades of experience from globally respected conferences into the Asian market for the first time.
Their vision is clear. Create a space where knowledge is not just shared but applied. This is reflected in a carefully structured programme that blends presentations with hands-on workshops, ensuring attendees walk away with practical skills, not just theory.
One of the Strongest Speaker Line-Ups in Asia
The scale and quality of speakers at TEKAsia 2026 immediately sets it apart. The event brings together some of the most respected names in global diving, exploration, and underwater research.
Among the headline speakers are Jill Heinerth, Richie Kohler, Leigh Bishop, Simon Pridmore, and Steve Lewis.
They are joined by an extensive roster including John Dalla-Zuanna, Bernie Chowdhury, Mikko Paasi, Claus Rasmussen, Alex Santos, Edmund Yiu, Katy Kuhls, Yana Stashkevich, David Street, Vishwanath Rajan, Por Parasu Komaradat, Chris Haslam, Beatrice Rivoira, Dr Matt Carter, Dr Nasreen Haque, Robin Cuesta, Marc Crane, Yoshitaka Isaji, Jimmy Choo, Liz Parkinson, and Mark Tozer, alongside many others shaping the future of diving.
Real-World Learning Across Every Discipline
Over three days, TEKAsia 2026 will dive deep into the subjects that matter most to serious divers. The programme spans cave and wreck exploration, rebreather systems, decompression strategies, deep diving, marine archaeology, underwater photography, diver safety, and the technologies redefining modern diving.
Sessions are built around real-world case studies, giving attendees direct access to lessons learned from major expeditions and research projects. These include deep cave systems in Mexico and Canada, World War II wreck explorations, investigations into the HMHS Britannic, ghost wreck discoveries across the Pacific, and complex underwater archaeological recoveries.
Workshops take this further, offering practical insight into CCR systems, cave diving techniques, underwater mapping, training methodologies, and scientific diving practices. The focus throughout is clear. Knowledge must translate into safer, more effective diving.
Designed for Progression, Not Just Participation
TEKAsia 2026 has been designed with progression in mind. Whether divers are looking to move into technical diving, refine existing skills, or expand into scientific and exploratory fields, the event provides a direct pathway to learning from those actively pushing boundaries.
By bringing together a global community of practitioners in one place, it creates an environment where ideas can be exchanged, techniques refined, and future collaborations formed.
A Key Moment for Diving in Asia
The arrival of TEKAsia in Singapore signals something bigger than a single event. It reflects the growing importance of Asia as a hub for advanced diving and underwater exploration.
With the backing of ADEX and its integration into Singapore Ocean Week, TEKAsia 2026 is set to become a cornerstone event for divers seeking serious knowledge and meaningful progression.
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