Who’s behind the Assomption Island Development?
There is a range of corporate actors pushing to build the controversial luxury resort on Assomption Island, which threatens the fragile ecosystem of the Aldabra Atoll and its unique wildlife.
Key players include
The Seychelles Government Approving of and supporting the development, coercing local NGOs and conservationists to cooperate through an atmosphere of intimidation.
Assets Group A Qatar-based firm investing in the project
Rosewood Hotels A Hong Kong-owned luxury hotel group chosen to manage and operate the hotel under their brand
Islands Development Company (IDC) A state-owned Seychelles company managing the project and Assomption island
Make your voice heard
The luxury hotel development on Assumption Island poses a critical threat to Aldabra Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's most pristine ecosystems. This project risks introducing invasive species, disrupting marine habitats, endangering unique wildlife and undoing decades of conservation efforts.
Your voice makes a difference. Act now to protect Aldabra from irreversible harm.
Together, we have the power to safeguard Aldabra's fragile ecosystem. By taking action today, you're not just protecting giant tortoises and rare seabirds – you're preserving a global biodiversity hotspot for centuries to come. Make your voice heard and be part of this crucial conservation effort.
