Dubai's Sheikh Hamdan Launches Ambitious Dubai Reef Project

The Dubai Reef project, launched by HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, is the world's largest marine reef development initiative. The project aims to create a 600-square-kilometer reef across Dubai's waters by building 20,000 purpose-built reef modules of various sizes over the next four years. The first pilot reef modules have been launched, and the design of the reef units will see them exceed 400,000 cubic meters in volume, making them the largest in the world.

The Dubai Reef project, a sustainable initiative by Dubai Can, is a significant step in ensuring the protection of marine life and environmental sustainability in Dubai and contributing to global conservation efforts. The project's long-term environmental and socio-economic impacts will serve Dubai's commitment to ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come, aligning with the UAE's Green Agenda - 2030.

The project's mission is to increase biodiversity, safeguard Dubai's coastal and marine habitats, support fish populations, and enhance ecosystem resilience. It is hoped that the Dubai Reefs will have a positive impact on the environment, contributing to a sustainable future for the region.