1100 lionfish were removed from events that we (co-)organised as part of Relionmed-Life project in #July 2020 only! On 5th of July, MER has successfully organised the 4th derby of the RELIONMED project at Cape Greco. In this derby about 32 divers registered (30 Scuba and 2 Free divers) formed 13 teams of 2-3 individuals, all of […]
MER is characterized by its passion and quality services, and trusted by a wide network in Cyprus and abroad. We are happy to announce the submission of the final reports of four additional projects, that were undertaken in a short-time frame and during the challenging period of COVID 19. A description of each project is […]
We are excited with our new project, funded by RAC/SPA, which aims to map all the fishing activities in the recently established MPA of Cyprus (Cavo Greco), identify and quantify the illegal (unregulated) activities in the area and assess the interactions of the fisheries with the marine habitats of the area. Read more in […]
We seek passionate people with exceptional love and passion for the marine environment, in what they do, and who are pursuing for opportunities to grow, develop, and make the difference. We are looking for skilful candidates, with both written and verbal communications skills, able to work both in a team and independently, and prevail under […]
12/02/2020 As part of RELIONMED project, it was our honor to train the new RAT (Removal Action Team) members, after receiving an invitation by the Board of the “Nautilus” dive club in Limassol. During the seminar, presentations were given about the issue of alien species, the lionfish and its impacts on the marine environment, handling […]
Yesterday was a fantastic day and we are confident that such people can make a difference. Citizen scientists’ involvement is paramount to tackle environmental issues. It’s great that Relionmed-Life project succeeded in bringing all these amazing people together. Together with 32 volunteers (30 Scuba and 2 free divers) we removed lionfish from a marine protected area […]
We are extremely happy to be part of this ambitious LIFE programme together with 9 partners from Italy with the aim to improve the conservation of elasmobranch species (sharks and rays) by promoting best conservation practices in EU professional fishing in the Mediterranean Sea. During the next 5 years, we will support marine management authorities in […]
The project is co-funded 85% by the European programme «Interreg 2014-2020, Balkan-Mediterranean» and 15% by national resources. It has started on the 15 September 2017 and will end on 14 September 2019. The study areas of the project include MPAs and Natura sites. One key study area will be visited in each country (Greece, Cyprus, […]
IACO Environmental & Water Consultants Ltd commissioned Marine and Environmental Research (MER) Lab Ltd on 20/06/2018 to prepare an Environmental Baseline survey and Impact Assessment for the marine environment as part of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Study for the development of the Paralimni Marina Project near the existing Paralimni port (Golden Coast). The EIA will be accompanied with […]
Α monitoring of Biological Quality Elements in Cyprus from natural lakes and coastal areas was implemented in collaboration with the Water Development Department (WDD, Republic of Cyprus) during the 1st and 2nd wet season (Jan. 2017 – June 2017, Jan. 2018 – June 2018). Several samplings and analysis of zooplankton communities were completed in collaboration […]