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In Thailand (especially Phuket, Phi Phi, Racha), Dmcr has deployed thousands of artificial reef structures over the years as part of long term marine restoration programs...
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Phuket Bloc - artificial reef modules
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Atlas overview
In Thailand (especially Phuket, Phi Phi, Racha), Dmcr has deployed thousands of artificial reef structures over the years as part of long term marine restoration programs. These installations are typically made from reinforced concrete or steel frame modules and are commonly known as reef frames, fish houses, or artifi...
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Recent projects built from dives, experiments, observation, and shared curiosity.
The format stays cinematic, but the purpose is personal: to document the journey in a way that others can follow and join.
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Phuket Bloc - artificial reef modules
In Thailand (especially Phuket, Phi Phi, Racha), Dmcr has deployed thousands of artificial reef structures over the years as part of long term marine restoration programs...
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Vietnamese Wreck chanto
Hidden beneath the waters off Pulau Tioman, Malaysia, the Cam Tu Wreck—often referred to by local divers as the Vietnamese Wreck—is a little documented but fascinating un...
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Uncovering the Hidden Reefs Marine Park, Tioman Island
Project Marine Park Jetty Tioman Between Tekek Jetty and ABC Jetty lies a largely uncharted underwater world — a field of sunken wrecks, artificial structures, and, as we...
Quiet between places
Sometimes the most valuable part of a journey is not the polished result, but the moment where people share what they are learning, testing, and trying to understand together.
Recent logbook
Notes, articles, and reflections from dives, learning, and collaboration.
Road to the depths of Brunei : Part 2 Young Diver Program
My experience with the GUE Young Diver Program was a week built around connection, exploration, and growth — above and below the surface. Beyond diving itself, the program brought together leadership and mentorship workshops, fitness and team activities, expedition storytelling, meaningful conversations with like-minded next-generation divers, and a collaborative documentation project that captured the experience along the way.
Can You Learn 3D Photogrammetry as a Recreational Diver?
Most divers assume underwater photogrammetry is reserved for scientists and tech divers with expensive gear. I assumed the same — until I tried it, failed at it, and discovered it had nothing to do with cameras. Here's what a shipwreck, a GoPro, and a lot of bad attempts taught me about diving with purpose.
Project Marine Park: Mapping Tyre City
I never intended to embark on a dive project that would change my approach to exploration. It all started with an unexpected night dive in July, where I was towed by a DPV and got hooked on the thrill of flying through the water at night. But it wasn't just about the adrenaline rush - it was about the mystery of the underwater site known as Tire-City. My friend Zicong had retrieved GPS coordinates for this place, and I couldn't resist the urge to explore it. As I continued to dive with my friends Jon and Gemma, we started to realize that our goal wasn't just to map out the wrecks, but to create a comprehensive map of the site. It took some trial and error - I made mistakes, learned from them, and kept going. And eventually, we reached a key milestone: a reliable map of Tire-City, accurate GPS coordinates, and the ability to locate the site using triangulation. It's not just about mapping out a dive site - it's about conservation, long-term monitoring, and collaboration with local organizations like Reef Check Malaysia. Sometimes, the best projects are the ones you didn't even plan to start.
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