Ocean Revive’s Modular Coral Restoration Systems Featured in Peer-Reviewed Study
We’re proud to share that Ocean Revive’s modular coral gardening systems have been featured in a new peer-reviewed scientific publication: “A Framework for Assessing Scalable Coral Restoration Technologies in the Red Sea” (Milne et al., 2023).
The study assessed the performance, scalability, and real-world suitability of various coral restoration technologies used during the early phases of the KAUST Reefscape Restoration Initiative. Among the three systems tested in the field, Ocean Revive’s modular platform (Technology A) demonstrated strong results across key criteria, including:
Scalability of deployment
Structural durability and material performance
Compatibility with heat-tolerant coral species
Ease of assembly and logistical transport
What the Study Found: Validation for Ocean Revive’s Restoration Technology
The study used a standardised framework to compare three types of restoration units in the Red Sea over a 13-month deployment. Key outcomes related to Ocean Revive’s system included:
High structural integrity after 13 months with minimal material degradation
Low cost per unit area, enabling large-scale application
Efficient logistics due to modular and stackable components
Strong coral survivorship, particularly with heat-tolerant Acropora and Pocillopora species
The paper notes that our design was well-suited to low-complexity, high-coverage reef restoration, making it a strong candidate for projects with ambitious spatial targets and tight resource constraints.
What This Means for Coral Restoration
The Red Sea is one of the most promising regions for climate-resilient reef restoration, thanks to its naturally heat-tolerant coral populations. Ocean Revive’s tools were designed specifically for this environment, and the study confirms they’re fit for purpose in real-world field conditions.
As the demand for scalable coral restoration grows globally, independent validation like this strengthens the case for wide adoption of modular, field-ready BlueTech solutions.
Join Us in Restoring the World’s Reefs
Ocean Revive remains committed to science-backed innovation in reef restoration. We continue to collaborate with researchers, resorts, and governments across the Gulf, Red Sea, and beyond to bring validated, cost-effective, and scalable tools to reef sites in need.
Contact us to explore how Ocean Revive’s BlueTech solutions can help bring your reef restoration project to life.
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