KUALA LUMPUR, April 19 – In a significant step towards environmental conservation, Garmin Malaysia has joined forces with Reef Check Malaysia to combat marine pollution through a sustainable initiative aimed at removing ghost nets from Malaysian waters. Under this collaboration, Garmin Malaysia pledges to contribute RM100 for every 1 kilogram of ghost nets removed, with a target of collecting RM10,000 from March to September 2024. This initiative underscores both organizations’ commitment to preserving marine ecosystems and promoting environmental sustainability.
Sheena Sim, Marketing Lead at Garmin Malaysia, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, emphasizing Garmin’s dedication to marine conservation and sustainable practices. The initiative aligns with Garmin’s ethos of leveraging expertise and resources to foster cleaner oceans and a healthier planet for future generations. Additionally, Garmin has introduced the Garmin Descent G1 Solar – Ocean Edition wearable, crafted from recycled ocean-bound plastic, further showcasing its commitment to sustainability and responsible consumption.
Reef Check Malaysia will lead the ghost net removal operations, leveraging its expertise to safeguard Malaysia’s marine biodiversity and raise awareness about the impacts of marine pollution. Through this collaboration, Garmin aims to make a tangible impact on environmental sustainability and continue its efforts to innovate for a better tomorrow.
