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AD Ports Group and CMA CGM Group Join Forces in Port Alliance for Biodiversity Conservation with Pilot Project of Biohut Modules.
Khalifa Port, located in the United Arab Emirates, is the target of a new partnership between the port operator AD Ports Group and the French shipping group CMA CGM Group, along with Ecocean. This collaboration aims to promote aquatic biodiversity at Khalifa Port by installing 48 Biohuts to create a vibrant ecosystem environmental conditions.
Khalifa Port is preparing to welcome the Biohuts, underwater structures designed to host marine life and promote biodiversity in coastal and port areas. Made from non-toxic and eco-friendly materials, these modular cages provide a safe refuge for various marine species, contributing to the recovery of damaged coastal ecosystems. The partnership between the companies is crucial for revitalizing the marine ecosystem and fostering a more sustainable environment at Khalifa Port.
Khalifa Port’s Commitment to Biodiversity Conservation
These structures will be deployed in specific areas of Khalifa Port where marine life needs support and regeneration. Scheduled for installation in the first quarter of 2024 at the next CMA CGM terminal, this pilot project spans five years and includes a comprehensive monitoring phase.
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This initiative reflects the long-term commitment of AD Ports Group and CMA CGM Group to marine and terrestrial biodiversity. Their strategy centers on reducing the impact of human activities, restoring fragile ecosystems, protecting endangered species, and promoting research and innovation.
Port Infrastructure Based on Sustainability at Khalifa Port
‘We understand that the infrastructure we develop serves our economy, industry, and community. At the same time, maintaining biodiversity is crucial for life-sustaining processes. At AD Ports Group ETS, we design with sustainability in mind and renovate existing structures to ensure a sustainable legacy for the local community’, David Gatward, Director of Engineering and Technical Services at AD Ports Group, said.
‘It is vital to adapt our infrastructure to improve environmental conditions while consciously designing new projects with sustainability as a primary consideration.’
CMA CGM Group’s Commitment to Biodiversity Conservation
CMA CGM Group, aware of its environmental responsibility, has refrained from transporting any plastic waste on its ships since 2022. The shipping routes of its container ships have been redesigned to consider breeding and migration areas of cetaceans, demonstrating a commitment to minimizing its environmental footprint.
The CMA CGM Group has also long been involved in biodiversity protection and restoration projects worldwide, especially in the Middle East.
‘Preserving biodiversity is part of the ‘Act for the Planet’ pillar of CMA CGM, which is at the core of the Group’s sustainability commitments. For years, we have worked with experts to better understand the mechanisms of its preservation and support protection and restoration projects that help reduce the environmental footprint of human activities, ‘ Félix de Carpentier, VP of Sustainability at CMA CGM Group, said.
‘Given the scale of the challenge, we firmly believe that partnering with our partners will accelerate our actions, and we are very pleased with this first example of collaboration with Ecocean in Abu Dhabi, which we hope to replicate in other countries.’
The Promotion of Sustainable Environments by Khalifa Port
‘Healthy ecosystems rich in biodiversity not only benefit human health but also positively impact the economy. By installing biocabins at Khalifa Port, we aim to mitigate the environmental effects of construction. This reflects our commitment to environmental management and our focus on innovation to promote environments where natural flora and fauna can thrive’, Ahmad Al Khayat, Acting Senior Vice President – Innovation, AD Ports Group, said.
The Strategic Importance of Khalifa Port
Khalifa Port, the main deep-water port of AD Ports Group, is a semi-automated multifunctional port strategically located between Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Ranked 3rd globally in the 2022 Container Port Performance Index, it handles various types of cargo, providing connections to over 90 international destinations and serving 25 major shipping companies. Khalifa Port hosts world-class terminals, including CSP Abu Dhabi Terminal, Khalifa Autoterminal, CMA Terminal, and Abu Dhabi Terminals.
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