Shearwater Jetpack Gained European Certification
The scuba diving gear has officially received CE marking, allowing it to be sold in European markets.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Swimming
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Shearwater Research has successfully achieved CE marking for the Shearwater Jetpack, signifying the product complies with the EN 250 European standard. This regulatory milestone enables the company to distribute the lightweight scuba gear across Europe.
Why it matters
The CE marking is a crucial regulatory step that opens up new markets for the product, which was specifically engineered to reduce traditional scuba gear weight and introduce a novel buoyancy management approach. This development expands accessibility to the technology for divers throughout the region.
The Shearwater Jetpack now meets the EN 250 European standard for diving equipment, while graduates of the Avelo Diver course are certified to descend to depths of 18 meters.
The players
Shearwater Research
This company acts as the lead manufacturer for the Avelo Jetpack and is a prominent developer of advanced diving technology.
The details
The Jetpack features an integrated onboard air transmitter designed to simplify gear configurations for recreational users. The system aligns with the Avelo Diver training course launched earlier, which follows the ISO 24801-2 standard for autonomous diver training.
Timeline
August 2026: Avelo introduced the Avelo Diver entry-level training course.
October 2, 2026: Shearwater Research announced the official achievement of the CE marking.
Season Trajectory
By aligning with the EN 250 European standard, this gear is now positioned to compete in established international diving markets. This moves the brand toward broader adoption of their unique buoyancy technology following the recent launch of their specific diver certification course.
Divers in Europe will now have the option to purchase the Jetpack system for use at depths up to 18 meters upon completing the Avelo Diver training. This certification ensures that local divers are operating equipment that meets the required regional safety standards.
The takeaway
The certification process confirms that the equipment meets international safety benchmarks for underwater use. Divers interested in adopting this lightweight gear should verify their certification status against the ISO 24801-2 standard.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Divernet.
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