# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Aqualung, Apeks & Mares — The Future of the Brands: Exclusive Event
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Many of you who’ve visited us recently in the shop will know the frustrations the industry has faced over the past few years — long delays on new equipment, servicing parts shortages, and uncertainty surrounding two of our most cherished brands: Aqualung and Apeks, both stalwarts of the dive world for over 50 years.

Apeks, founded in a small garage in Blackburn, grew into one of the most respected regulator manufacturers on the planet. So, what happens next for these iconic names following their acquisition by Head Watersports Group (owners of Mares and SSI)?

We’re delighted to announce that Richard Corner, UK Group Representative, is joining us for an exclusive in person briefing and Q&A to explain:
•	What actually happened with the Aqualung Group (including Apeks)
•	The logic behind the Head Watersports acquisition
•	What the acquisition means for the future of the Aqualung, Apeks & Mares brands
•	How the brands will be developed as a unified group
You’ll have the chance to ask questions directly and get clarity on the direction of the brands we all rely on.

Event Schedule

? Thursday 18th June — 8pm

Kingston & Elmbridge BSAC Clubhouse An open Q&A session with Richard Corner covering the topics above.

? Friday 19th June — 7–10pm

Scuba Academy Pool, Tolworth Hands on kit night — try the newly released equipment from across the Head Watersports Group, including:
•	Mares Planet 88X Regs
•	Apeks EVX Regulators
•	Apeks WSX 30 Sidemount Wing
•	Mares Magellan HD Travel BCD
•	A full range of the group’s computers, masks, and fins
Get in the water, test the gear, and chat with the team.

? Weekend 20th–21st June — Wraysbury

Open water trials for anyone wanting to test the equipment in real diving conditions.

Exclusive Attendee Offer
Everyone attending either the 18th June talk or the 19th June pool night will receive a 20% voucher for ANY Head Watersports Group product purchased from Aquanaut or Amphibian before 6th July 2026.

We look forward to seeing you at one of the events and sharing what’s next for these iconic brands.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kingston-upon-thames/aqualung-apeks-and-mares-the-future-of-the-brands-exclusive-event/200030262375131
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Kingston Upon Thames
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Scuba Academy
- **lat**: 51.375478658266
- **long**: -0.29342082574411
- **full address**: Scuba Academy, Kingston Upon Thames, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Aqualung, Apeks & Mares — The Future of the Brands: Exclusive Event being held?
  - **A:** Aqualung, Apeks & Mares — The Future of the Brands: Exclusive Event takes place on Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 pm at Scuba Academy, Kingston Upon Thames, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Aqualung, Apeks & Mares — The Future of the Brands: Exclusive Event?
  - **A:** Aqualung, Apeks & Mares — The Future of the Brands: Exclusive Event is organized by Lynne Clafton.

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