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Ownership and Management

At Shams Diving Centers, we believe that transparency builds trust. Since 1991, our goal has been to provide memorable Red Sea diving experiences while maintaining high standards of safety, professionalism, environmental responsibility, and guest service.

This page provides information about our ownership, management, and the principles that guide the way our business is operated and supported.

Company Ownership

Shams Diving Centers was established in 1991 and has built its reputation through many years of experience in Red Sea diving and tourism.

Ownership: Shams Diving Centers is a privately operated diving
business established in 1991. Specific legal ownership and shareholder
information is not publicly disclosed on our website.

Management / Leadership:The official Shams Safaga DC Team page gives us much stronger evidence here.

Michaela Fioratto-Eschenmoser — Baseleader, Shams Safaga Diving Center

  • Baseleader at Shams Safaga
  • First dive in 2006
  • Divemaster in 2008
  • OWSI in 2009
  • Multiple PADI specialties
  • Has been with the Shams Safaga team for many years
  • Speaks Swiss German, German, and English

Paula Adel Mansi — Assistant Baseleader & Technical Manager

  • Diving since 1998
  • Divemaster in 2006
  • Instructor since 2007
  • MSDT PADI Instructor
  • Assistant Baseleader
  • Technical Manager
  • Specialties include Search & Recovery, Self-Reliant Diver, Nitrox, Wreck, Deep, Drift, Fish Identification, Peak Performance Buoyancy, and Underwater Photography
  • Speaks German, English, French, and Arabic

Essam Amer — Instructor

  • Diving since 2011
  • Dive master in 2012
  • PADI OWSI since 2016
  • Specialties include Peak Performance Buoyancy, Deep, and Nitrox
  • Speaks German, English, and Arabic

The team page also lists Andrea Dürr, Ahmed Ali, Ehab Salah, Wesley, Mostafa Ahmed Mosalam, and other operational/compressor staff.

We believe that clearly communicating who operates our business helps guests, partners, and members of our diving community understand who they are dealing with.

We believe that clearly communicating who operates our business helps guests, partners, and members of our diving community understand who they are dealing with.

How Our Operations Are Funded

Our diving activities and services are supported through legitimate business revenues generated by the services we provide, including diving experiences, courses, excursions, equipment services, and related tourism activities.

Where applicable, we also work with trusted business partners and tourism organizations to support the development of our services.

Funding sources: [Insert verified information about ownership investment, reinvested profits, partnerships, or other applicable funding sources.]

We do not present unverified claims about funding or financial arrangements. Information published on this page is intended to provide a clear and accurate overview of our business operations.

Reinvestment in Safety & Quality

We believe that responsible business growth should directly benefit our guests and diving operations.

Where appropriate, business resources are used to support:

  • Diving equipment and maintenance.
  • Boat and operational safety.
  • Staff training and professional development.
  • Improvements to guest facilities and services.
  • Quality improvements across our diving experiences.
  • Responsible diving practices.

Our priority is to provide guests with a safe, professional, and enjoyable experience above and below the surface.

Environmental Responsibility

The Red Sea is one of the world’s remarkable marine environments, and protecting it is an important part of responsible diving.

We support practices that encourage:

  • Respect for coral reefs and marine life.
  • Responsible interaction with underwater wildlife.
  • Protection of sensitive marine environments.
  • Awareness of marine conservation.
  • Sustainable approaches to diving tourism.

Where resources and partnerships allow, we support initiatives that contribute to the long-term protection of the marine environment in which we operate.

Community & Sustainable Tourism

Diving tourism connects visitors with local communities, businesses, professionals, and the natural environment.

We aim to operate responsibly by supporting local employment and services and by contributing to a tourism model that values the Red Sea environment and the communities that depend on it.

Our long-term approach is based on creating positive experiences for visitors while respecting the destination we call home.

Transparency & Ethical Business Practices

We are committed to conducting our business responsibly and communicating honestly with our guests and partners.

Our principles include:

  • Providing accurate information about our services.
  • Communicating prices, conditions, and requirements clearly.
  • Treating guests, employees, partners, and suppliers with respect.
  • Avoiding misleading marketing or financial claims.
  • Using business resources responsibly.
  • Supporting safety, quality, and environmental responsibility.

Our Commitment

After more than three decades of experience, we understand that trust is earned through consistent actions.

At Shams Diving Centers, we remain committed to responsible business practices, professional diving services, guest safety, environmental awareness, and the continued development of memorable Red Sea experiences.

For specific ownership, management, or funding information, please contact Shams Diving Centers directly using our official contact channels.