PTTEPNews · 2025-12-09 00:00

PTTEP launches "Ocean for Life" underwater sculpture park and artificial reef at Koh Tao to restore marine ecosystems.

PTTEP, in collaboration with government agencies, universities, and local tourism groups, has launched the "Ocean for Life" underwater sculpture park and artificial reef project at Koh Tao, aiming to conserve and restore marine ecosystems and create a new dive site.

This initiative is a key part of PTTEP's "Ocean for Life" strategy, promoting eco-tourism and generating long-term income for the local community, while also demonstrating the company's commitment to environmental sustainability.

Fast Facts

·Project Name: Ocean for Life
·Location: Koh Tao, Surat Thani province, Thailand
·Project Type: Underwater sculpture park, artificial reef, new dive site
·Sculpture Details: 9 marine animal sculptures, 4 coral balls, 80 dome-shaped artificial corals
·Material: Environmentally friendly, suitable for artificial reefs
·Deployment Timeline: March - April 2026
·Collaborating Partners: Department of Marine and Coastal Resources, Kasetsart University, Silpakorn University, Koh Tao Tourism Business Association, Koh Tao Conservation Club, local community
·Temporary Exhibition: Baan Yang Art and Museum, Nakhon Pathom (until December 26, 2025)

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People Mentioned

Chayong Borisuhtsawas

Deputy Managing Director, Technology, Carbon Solutions and Sustainable Growth Group at PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited

Ukkrit Satapoomin

Deputy Director-General at Department of Marine and Coastal Resources

Asst. Prof. Dr. Thon Thamrongnawasawat

Deputy Dean for Special Affairs, Department of Marine Science, Faculty of Fisheries at Kasetsart University

Asst. Prof. Mana Taiwattanagul

Head of Sculpture Department, Faculty of Painting, Sculpture and Graphic Arts at Silpakorn University

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PTTEP launches "Ocean for Life" underwater sculpture park and artificial reef at Koh Tao to restore marine ecosystems.