Introduction of Floating Vessel Breakwater System for Coastal and Tourism Sustainability using Re-Use Vessel

Abstract

Coastal erosion problem is not only happened in Malaysia water, however it becomes a worldwide issue that leads to destroying of shoreline and marine ecosystem. Therefore, the objective of this study is to propose a potential coastal protection solution based on the innovation of reused vessels due to this particular problem. A descriptive qualitative approach has been used for determining the respondents’ perceptions on the impact of existing breakwater system towards the five aspects (economy, environmental, technological, operational, and safety benefits). The raw data obtained from 300 respondents have been analysed using an Average Mean Value (AMV) technique. As a finding, more than 70% of respondents described that the existing breakwater system has affecting the national coastline and coastal activities. Therefore, an innovation idea of floating vessel breakwater system is proposed for enhancing the sustainability of coastal area and tourism industry with a combination of commercial and social benefits. The contribution of this study is that an innovative model of coastal protection system incorporating with both commercial and social benefits to ensure the coastal and tourism sustainability. Also, a variety of benefits can be offered to the local community such as job opportunities and encourage them to do businesses on the developed facilities.