Boat handlers schooled in safety of passengers and marine life


The team from Reef Check Malaysia Mersing posing for a photo after a routine reef health survey.

PROTECTING the islands of Mersing from pollution should be a joint responsibility of all stakeholders, especially boat drivers, as they are the main transportation providers around the islands.

Reef Check Malaysia (RCM) sustainable tourism programme manager Atteleth Don Peris said tourism activities in Mersing mainly revolved around water activities such as snorkelling, island hopping and scuba diving.

The Star Festive Promo: Get 35% OFF Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Metro News

Stress-free Ramadan buffet spread awaits in Bangi resort
No such thing as free parking
Mark of faith and felicity
Gunners’ high-stakes derby
No to foreign traders at festive bazaars
Penang model for national blueprint on animal farms
Ipoh traders warned not to sublet lots at Ramadan sites
City look to keep pace as Newcastle bring real threat
Sweet bliss in green rice discs
Workshops to move out of housing areas

Others Also Read