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Thai Navy Ships Sunken to Boost Marine Life

11/1/2025

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The Thai navy ships HTMS Hanhak Sattru and HTMS Suphairin were sunk in 2023 in the Gulf of Thailand to create artificial reefs.
Marine scientists, including Piers Baillie of Global Reef, are studying their impact on marine ecosystems.
Early findings indicate the wrecks attract fish from natural reefs and provide habitats for endangered species.
Dive boats around the sites deter fishing.
Researchers appreciate government support for these initiatives.

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Story summary

The Thai navy ships HTMS Hanhak Sattru and HTMS Suphairin were sunk in 2023 in the Gulf of Thailand to create artificial reefs.
Marine scientists, including Piers Baillie of Global Reef, are studying their impact on marine ecosystems.
Early findings indicate the wrecks attract fish from natural reefs and provide habitats for endangered species.
Dive boats around the sites deter fishing.
Researchers appreciate government support for these initiatives.