ReefSeed is a key innovation in global efforts to restore coral reefs, utilising much of the science and technology developed as part of the Reef Restoration and Adaptation Program (RRAP).
ReefSeed is an innovative transportable, containerised, and standalone coral aquaculture system capable of producing millions of coral larvae in remote regions for reef restoration. Following testing and training during the Great Barrier Reef coral spawning in 2024, the system was successfully established in the Maldives with our implementing partners the Maldives Marine Research Institute (MMRI) in early 2025.
ReefSeed during 2025 coral spawning
For this year’s spawning on the Great Barrier Reef, a new ReefSeed system will be built and run at AIMS’ Townsville site as part of the training of industry partners and stakeholders involved in RRAP's Pilot Deployment Program.
Representatives from several Pacific nations will also attend, in preparation for ReefSeed deployments in other Pacific locations in the future.
The ReefSeed system built at AIMS for this spawning season will remain on site as a permanent testing and training hub, and R&D facility.
