“From the beginning, we set out to make tourism better for people and planet. Today, for the first time, we are revealing in detail how we will achieve a 30% net conservation gain at The Red Sea and AMAALA. In addition, we are sharing our science-based model so that others can replicate our approach and help ensure a better environment for future generations,” said John Pagano, Group CEO of Red Sea Global.

At the core of RSG’s regenerative approach is its proprietary SIIG Model, which follows four interconnected and iterative steps:

• Survey: Establishing robust biodiversity baselines and tracking change through long-term monitoring.
• Identify: Pinpointing key risks and pressures affecting priority species and habitats.
• Intervene: Implementing targeted, evidence-based conservation actions, from fisheries regulation to habitat enhancement.
• Gain: Measuring and verifying biodiversity uplift through a dedicated conservation scoring system.

In the report published today, RSG details how its SIIG Model is being applied across The Red Sea and AMAALA, using one of the most comprehensive ecological baselines ever developed for the region, covering eight priority marine habitats and species groups.

The roadmap consolidates ongoing and planned conservation actions and evaluates predicted outcomes against a no-action scenario, ensuring informed decision-making and optimized allocation of resources.

For example, at The Red Sea, a cornerstone intervention is the establishment of the proposed Al Wajh Lagoon Fishery Management Area, spanning 5,015 km², comprising:

• 38% Conservation Priority Zones (including 62% of coral reefs)
• 61% Sustainable Fishing Zones
• 1% Special Management Areas

Modelling shows that removing fishing pressure in highly protected zones could increase reef fish populations by 113%, sharks and rays by 72%, and marine mammals by 24%.

These results point to strong recovery trajectories, with improved ecosystem functioning that supports coral health, seabirds, and marine megafauna. Additional ecosystem benefits include:

• Restoration of natural processes that enhance coral resilience and reduce anchoring damage
• Reduced risk of incidental capture of sea turtles
• Improved prey availability for seabirds
• Elimination of a key pathway for invasive species reaching sensitive island ecosystems

Other interventions detailed by RSG are expected to lead to net conservation gains across corals, red mangroves, seagrass, sea turtles, marine mammals and island birds.

Ehab Al Kindi, Head of the Red Sea Zone at Red Sea Global, said: “Regeneration requires science, data, and measurable outcomes. The SIIG Model is our roadmap to restoring ecosystem health at scale, reducing pressures on nature and witnessing the measurable return of life, from nesting turtles to thriving coral communities.”

The full methodology is detailed in a new report titled ‘SIIG Model: the roadmap to achieving measurable conservation gains’. To download the report:

www.redseaglobal.com/en/responsible-development/planet/the-siig-model

About Red Sea Global

Red Sea Global is a vertically integrated real estate developer with a diverse portfolio across tourism, residential, experiences, infrastructure, transport, healthcare, and services. This includes the luxury regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea, which began welcoming guests in 2023, and AMAALA, which remains on track to welcome first guests in the coming months.

A third destination, Thuwal Private Retreat opened in 2024. RSG has also been entrusted with refurbishment works at Al Wajh Airport, focused on upgrading the existing terminal and infrastructure, and building a new international terminal.

RSG is a PIF company and a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia’s ambition to diversify its economy. Across its growing portfolio of destinations, subsidiaries, and businesses, RSG seeks to lead the world towards a more sustainable future, showing how responsible development can uplift communities, drive economies, and enhance the environment.

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