Fiji’s premier marina facility, the Port Denarau Marina (PDM), has announced the renewal of its status as the first and only accredited Clean Marina across the Pacific Islands. The accreditation, first granted in 2017, has been renewed with a recent audit in April this year. It is given by the Marina Industries Association (MIA) as part of the Clean Marina Program (CMP) and Fish Friendly Program (FFP).
The audit resulted in Port Denarau Marina obtaining a score of 96.90 per cent on official audit checklists, well over the 85 per cent required to be considered a Level 3 International Clean Marina and Fish Friendly Marina. “Key to achieving this high score was the effort the marina has made to protect its surrounding environment and implement renewable energy strategies,” PDM said in a statement.
“Examples include the installation of rainwater tanks and solar panels, as well as efforts to proactively recycle waste, despite limited recycling infrastructure within Fiji.” Following a recent dredging campaign undertaken as part of expansion plans, Port Denarau Marina has now also gathered valuable extensive knowledge of marine wildlife in the area, which will help inform opportunities for fish-friendly design in future construction. PDM chief executive officer Cynthia Rasch said they looked forward to welcoming future yachting visitors to Fiji’s beautiful cruising grounds.
Port Denarau, she said, remained the first choice of the marina in the South Pacific region, appea.
