Shearwater Research is a Canadian company that specializes in the design and manufacture of dive computers and related instrumentation for technical, recreational, and military diving applications. Founded in 2004 and based in North Vancouver, British Columbia, the company is known for producing reliable, feature-rich dive computers that support multiple gas mixes, rebreather diving, and both open and closed-circuit configurations.
The company's products integrate advanced algorithms for decompression modeling, including support for Buhlmann ZH-L16 and other methodologies, often with gradient factors for customizable safety profiles. Shearwater's dive computers, such as the Petrel, Peregrine, and Teric models, are widely used in the technical diving community and have gained recognition for their user interface design, firmware flexibility, and compatibility with dive planning software.
Shearwater Research also develops software tools for dive logging and firmware updates, and its devices are compatible with various third-party applications. The company emphasizes rigorous testing, user feedback, and iterative design improvements in its product development cycle.
Shearwater Research collaborates with diving organizations and professional divers to refine its technology and maintain compliance with international safety standards. The company's equipment is used in scientific, commercial, and exploration diving contexts globally.