Coral Gene Bank Construction: The preparations begin in California…
We were excited to announce our partnership with Counting Coral, bringing their Sculptural Coral Gene Bank project to Vomo Island. As part of our dedication to marine conservation, we proudly hosted this remarkable Coral Gene Bank in our waters, creating a sanctuary to support coral health and resilience.
The Sculptural Coral Gene Bank began as a simple sketch, gradually transforming into intricate metal components that were welded together in Los Angeles, California.
Arrival to VOMO. Three weeks of construction begins…
The monumental sculptures were carefully lowered into the water, unclipped, and repositioned—it was an intense process from start to finish
After weeks of underwater drilling, manoeuvring with float bags, and the dedicated efforts of safety divers, the installation was finally completed. Following three weeks of hard work, the sculpture was ready to support new coral growth.
Once construction is fully completed we moved to the final planting phase…
The monumental sculptures were carefully lowered into the water, unclipped, and repositioned—it was an intense process from start to finish
After weeks of underwater drilling, and the dedicated efforts of divers from Counting Coral and our own team here on VOMO, the installation was finally completed. Following three weeks of hard work, the sculpture was ready to support new coral growth.
Dive in, plant some coral and explore this new eco-attraction when you’re next on VOMO
Thank you for following our journey in creating the Sculptural Coral Gene Bank here at Vomo Island. From initial construction to the final coral planting, this project is a testament to the power of conservation and collaboration. With Counting Coral’s guidance, we’ve built a sanctuary to support coral restoration and resilience in our waters for years. To support more projects like this and help protect our oceans, we encourage you to donate to Counting Coral. Every contribution helps preserve and restore coral reefs worldwide. Join us in making a difference!