Chandra Asri Group Strengthens Biodiversity Conservation through Coral Reef Rehabilitation in Pulo Panjang

As part of its commitment to environmental protection and management, particularly biodiversity conservation, Chandra Asri Group continues to rehabilitate coral reef ecosystems in Pulo Panjang, Serang Regency. In 2020, coral cover was recorded at 32.8%, indicating a moderately degraded condition. Through Chandra Asri Group’s coral reef rehabilitation program, coral cover increased to 58,23% in 2026, indicating a good condition. This increase demonstrates positive progress in the condition of the coral reef ecosystem in Pulo Panjang.

In 2026, Chandra Asri Group transplanted 125 coral fragments onto fish apartment structures, utilizing repurposed concrete substrates. The coral species transplanted included Acropora grandis, Acropora intermedia, and Acropora downingi, which are classified as Endangered, as well as Dendrogyra cylindrus, which is classified as Critically Endangered, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List.

The activity was attended by representatives from Chandra Asri Group, the Yayasan Masyarakat Komunikasi Alam Bawah Laut (KABL), the Politeknik Ahli Usaha Perikanan, and the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries through LPSPL Serang.

Through this program, the Company actively contributes to the conservation of endangered and critically endangered coral species, the rehabilitation of degraded coral reef ecosystems, and the enhancement of fish resources. The improvement in fish resources is expected to provide sustainable benefits for local communities, particularly by supporting food sources and contributing to economic opportunities for communities in and around Serang Regency.

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