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Beneath the Surface: HEPCA’s Mooring Team Keeps the Red Sea’s Coral Reefs Safe

While millions admire the breathtaking beauty of the Red Sea from above, HEPCA’s Mooring Team is already hard at work beneath the surface—protecting one of the world's most valuable marine ecosystems before the first dive boat even leaves the harbor.

HEPCA's Efforts to Protect the Historic SS Thistlegorm Wreck Featured in Al Masry Al Youm

The Red Sea Environmental Protection and Conservation Association (HEPCA) welcomes the extensive media coverage published by Al Masry Al Youm, highlighting the urgent efforts being undertaken to protect the historic wreck of the British ship SS Thistlegorm, one of the world's most iconic underwater heritage sites and a globally renowned diving destination.

HEPCA Mooring Team Continues Protection Efforts Across the Red Sea During April 2026

The Hurghada Environmental Protection and Conservation Association (HEPCA) continued its extensive mooring maintenance and marine protection activities throughout April 2026 across key Red Sea destinations including Hurghada, Safaga, Marsa Alam, and Wadi El Gemal.

Aqualung Egypt Supports HEPCA’s Mooring Team in Protecting the Red Sea

The Hurghada Environmental Protection and Conservation Association (HEPCA) is proud to recognize and thank Aqualung Egypt for its valuable support in providing diving suits to HEPCA’s mooring team, further strengthening ongoing efforts to protect the Red Sea’s unique marine ecosystems.

Egypt Declares the Great Fringing Reef a Protected Area

Press Release – For Immediate Release<br/>Hurghada – Saturday, December 6, 2025<br/><br/> A historic milestone for Red Sea conservation, crowned by years of scientific and fieldwork efforts<br/><br/>The Egyptian Cabinet has officially approved the designation of Egypt’s Great Fringing Reef as a Protected Area—one of the most significant environmental decisions the country has witnessed recently, and a pivotal step toward safeguarding one of the richest marin

A Landmark Achievement for Marine Life Conservation in Egypt

Egypt recently achieved a historic milestone in marine conservation with the official steps taken to declare the Egyptian Great Fringing Reef a protected area. This significant move underscores Egypt’s commitment to environmental protection, marine biodiversity, and the long-term sustainability of the Red Sea. The declaration, spearheaded by Egypt's Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly and supported by prominent environmental and tourism leaders, is a testament to Egypt's dedication to protecting

The Great Fringing Reef is a Hope Spot!

A Great Step Forward for the RSP