At Cressi, we don’t design scuba gear in a vacuum. Every product begins with a real dive, a real innovation, and decades of experience beneath the surface.
Here you’ll find an explanation of how our gear is conceived, engineered, tested, and refined—all before you see it in the wild. If new-gear launches, deep dives into design decisions and materials, and performance-focused insights drawn from the field are your thing, you’re in the right place.
From regulators and BCDs to exposure protection and accessories, this is where innovation meets experience—and where divers can better understand how thoughtful design translates into confidence underwater.
Whether you’re researching your next piece of gear or curious about how Cressi continues to evolve scuba equipment, this is where the process comes to life.
Country of residence: USADiving since: 2012Level/agency of certification: FII Level 2 Natalie Parra is a conservationist and freediver dedicated to inspiring collective action for the ocean. She has worked on the front lines of marine protection, leading impact campaigns for conservation initiatives, legislative action, and, most recently, environmental documentaries, helping turn compelling stories into lasting advocacy and tangible action. As a Cressi ambassador and avid freediver, Natalie uses her time beneath the surface to document and share the visible impacts...