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Sustainable product show in Seychelles

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Several companies in Seychelles showcased their sustainable products and services at the professional trade show held in the northern Mahe district of Beau Vallon

Several companies in Seychelles showcased their sustainable products and services at the professional trade show held in the northern Mahe district of Beau Vallon. The two-day trade show was organized by Oceanika, a non-profit organization. The products and services on show were focused on sustainable development.

Oceanika has offices in Geneva and Thailand and has recently established one in Seychelles.  It aims to look for the fishing aggravating devices (FADS) stuck in the coral and dive to remove them. Expo showcased the expertise of local businesses in sustainable products and solutions. The expo featured about 15 companies, showcasing various products and services, such as electric vehicles and solar panels, organic foods and beverages, recycled products, as well as sustainable management consulting services. The fair was officially opened by the Minister for Fisheries and the Blue Economy, Jean-Francois Ferrari.

Among the participants at the event were Brikole, which recycles waste found at sea, such as FADs, nets, and ropes, ASD Professional products which make skin care products from organic materials, Pop Sey producing organic popsicles and ACM chartered accountants, offering sustainable management consulting services.

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The organizers of the event are getting help from the Seychelles Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI). Seychelles is recognized by the international community for its work on environmental protection. It has worked for a long time with partners to put in place sustainable solutions that will minimize the impacts on its environment and ocean territory.