News: Safety

Johor aquatic facility to close until January due to pool water contamination

The Johor Baru City Council Aquatic Centre (MBJB) Larkin Arena in the Malaysian city of Johor is to be closed until January next year as a result of E.coli contamination in its pool water.…

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Aug 4, 2024 Aquatics / Recreation / Safety /

 
 

Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre secures AIPC Gold Re-certification

Malaysia’s purpose-built venue, the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre - managed by Convex Malaysia Sdn Bhd, a joint-venture between KLCC (Holdings) Sdn Bhd and ASM Global - has announced…

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Aug 2, 2024 Environment / Events / Safety / Venues /

 
 

Maytronics installs advanced AI Poseidon System at Paris 2024 Olympic Training Facilities

Maytronics Australia has equipped eight premier Paris 2024 Olympic training swimming facilities - dedicated to athlete preparation - with the advanced Maytronics AI Poseidon System. This…

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Jul 29, 2024 Aquatics / Events / Safety / Technology / Venues /

 
 

Enviroswim highlights two decades of achievement in pool sanitation

Pool sanitation leaders Enviroswim has shared its experience of being at the forefront of pool sanitation technology over 20 years, noting how it has continuously innovated - offering what…

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Jul 22, 2024 Aquatics / Safety / Technology / Wellness /

 
 

More than 1,000 Hajj pilgrims die amid soaring temperatures

Media reports over recent days have indicated that more than 1,000 Muslim pilgrims have died during this year’s Hajj in the Saudi Arabian holy city of Mecca. Extreme temperatures,…

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Jun 22, 2024 Safety / Tourism /

 
 

World’s Largest Swimming Lesson to be held on 20th June

The organisers of the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson are currently preparing for the 15th edition of the global event - due to be held across the world on Thursday 20th June.…

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Jun 10, 2024 Aquatics / Education / Marketing / Safety / Waterparks /

 
 

Pavigym marks 60 years of innovation and excellence

Pavigym, the leading provider of gym flooring solutions and interactive fitness technology, has marked its 60th anniversary of operations, during which it has installed over 5 million…

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Jun 7, 2024 Fitness / Safety / Security / Technology /

 
 

Experienced female climbers report sexual harassment

At a time when the outdoor recreation industry is addressing sexual abuse and harassment, reports of sexual abuse and harassment in elite climbing industry have emerged in the media. The…

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Jun 4, 2024 ByKaren Sweaney Environment / Recreation / Safety / Wellness /

 
 

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