Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has inaugurated the Dubai Reef project by launching the initial reef modules.
The largest marine reef development project in the world and a trailblazing move in Dubai’s attempts to promote ecological sustainability is Dubai Reef, a sustainable initiative by Dubai Can.
To deploy 20,000 specially designed reef modules of varying sizes over four years, Dubai Reef is a major undertaking for the city that will cover an astounding 600 square kilometers throughout Dubai’s waterways. The reef units’ carefully thought-out design will allow their volume to surpass 400,000 cubic meters.
The Dubai Reef project is a citywide partnership that unites important partners to support the broader strategic goals and ambitions of Dubai and the UAE, such as the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), the UAE’s Green Agenda – 2030, and the UAE Net Zero 2050 strategy. This initiative is by the directives of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan and The Executive Council of Dubai.
Sheikh Hamdan remarked that, “The landmark Dubai Reef initiative is a testament to the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai. Reef ecosystems are unique life sources and vital components in the protection of marine life. Dubai Can’s Dubai Reef project will inject vitality into our coastal waters and contribute to global conservation efforts. The project’s significant long-term environmental and socio-economic impacts will serve Dubai’s commitment to ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.”
The Dubai Reef pilot project, spearheaded by Ahmed Mohammed bin Thani and HaejooX contractors in 2021, has successfully activated its initial modules. The recently established Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority (DECCA) will collaborate closely with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) to guarantee the project’s successful completion.
HE Bin Thani will continue to be a major player in advancing the Dubai Reef project and bolstering the emirate’s advocacy for environmental preservation and climate action in his capacity as Director General of DECCA. In the Dubai Reef project, DET is joined by DP World, Dubai Chambers, Nakheel, the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, and Emirates as strategic partners.