A broad portfolio of sustainable port solutions. All are proven solutions covering the themes of port-waters, port-cities, port-hinterland and port-energy. The portfolio will continuously be updated and expanded on the basis of state-of-the-art insights.
regrowth of coral reefs providing tranquil waters
Area attractiveness, Flood protection, Recreational beaches, Rich marine life, Shoreline stabilization
Photo by Ishan @seefromthesky
Coral reefs can provide ecosystems services by breaking waves providing tranquil waters at the coastline. This reduces the need to construct artificial structures. At the same time coral reefs support a rich diversity of marine life. Regrowth of coral can be done in an artificial basin in which an underwater coral nursery contains both locally sourced coral fragments and newly produced coral juveniles of varying ages. The coral will grow and provides a continuous source of corals which can be outplaced. Such outplacement can for instance be done jointly with local stakeholders or voluntary groups to create or rehabilitate coral reefs in the region.
regrowth of coral reefs providing tranquil waters
Area attractiveness, Flood protection, Recreational beaches, Rich marine life, Shoreline stabilization
Photo by Ishan @seefromthesky
Coral reefs can provide ecosystems services by breaking waves providing tranquil waters at the coastline. This reduces the need to construct artificial structures. At the same time coral reefs support a rich diversity of marine life. Regrowth of coral can be done in an artificial basin in which an underwater coral nursery contains both locally sourced coral fragments and newly produced coral juveniles of varying ages. The coral will grow and provides a continuous source of corals which can be outplaced. Such outplacement can for instance be done jointly with local stakeholders or voluntary groups to create or rehabilitate coral reefs in the region.