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2026 DRT SHOW Shanghai Ocean Star Photo Call: Share Your Underwater Perspective on Asia’s Premier Diving Stage
The 2026 DRT SHOW Shanghai International Diving and Resort Expo is set to grandly open from March 6th to 8th at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center (SWEECC). As a leading platform in the Asian diving industry, DRT SHOW is proud to officially announce the launch of the "Ocean Star Photo Collection" activity.
A Premier Platform: Let Every Record Shine at the World Expo
DRT SHOW Shanghai is not only a trendsetter for the diving industry but also one of the largest diving cultural exchanges in Asia. The Ocean Star activity aims to leverage this international stage to provide a dedicated exhibition space for all diving enthusiasts.
We believe that extraordinary perspectives are not exclusive to professional photographers. This activity specifically encouragesentry-level photographers and diving novices to participate. Whether you have captured rare marine life or the excitement of your very first dive, as long as the work is authentic and moving, you have the opportunity to showcase your unique discoveries to tens of thousands of visitors on the Ocean Star Photo Wall.
Interested divers, please submit your works through the official designated link before the deadline below:
- Submission Deadline: February 8, 2026, 23:59 (GMT+8)
- Official Submission Channel: Please log in to the Tencent Survey system:
【Entry Requirements】
1. Quantity: Each contributor may submit up to 2 works per entry (multiple entries are allowed).
2. Technical Specs: Works must be high-definition, 12 million pixels or above, with a resolution of at least 300dpi.
3. Shooting Requirements: Works must be shot underwater with no restriction on themes. Photos must have been taken betweenFebruary 24, 2023, and January 30, 2026.
4. Ecological Ethics: Any work proven to involve touching or disturbing marine life during the shooting process will be disqualified from exhibition.
5. Visual Requirements: Works must not contain any watermarks.
The DRT SHOW International Diving and Resort Expo (Diving, Resort, and Travel Expo) is the largest professional diving exhibition platform in Asia. From March 6th to 8th, the Shanghai edition will gather hundreds of world-renowned brands, providing a one-stop service to view equipment, test gear, and facilitate professional exchange. In addition to the image exhibition area, the event will feature numerous professional seminars and cultural activities, dedicated to building a warm, professional, and inclusive community space for divers.
