AKP Phnom Penh, June 22, 2026 --

The deployment of Fisheries Productivity Structures (FPS), also known as artificial fish habitat structures, has reached 1,470 units as of June 2026 as part of efforts to restore marine fish populations and strengthen coastal ecosystems.

According to the Sustainable Coastal and Marine Fisheries (SCMF) Project, the structures have been installed to support the recovery and protection of marine ecosystems while enhancing fisheries productivity in Cambodia’s coastal areas.

The project explained that the artificial habitat structures are specifically designed to reduce destructive trawling practices and create suitable environments for the breeding, growth, and regeneration of marine fishery resources.

The achievement reflects close cooperation between the SCMF Project and Marine Conservation Cambodia (MCC), with active participation from local fishing communities in the installation and deployment of the structures at designated locations.

Data from the project shows that the total number of FPS units stood at 1,250 in April 2026 and has since increased to 1,470 units, demonstrating continued progress in expanding marine habitats and strengthening ecosystem resilience.

The initiative is expected to provide an important foundation for sustainable marine fisheries management while supporting the livelihoods of coastal communities in the long term.

By C. Nika