PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (“PTTEP”) was established in 1985 as the exploration and production arm of Thailand’s national oil and gas company, PTT Public Company Limited. PTTEP operates in petroleum exploration, development, and production, with additional ventures in renewable energy, advanced technology, and environmental conservation. Currently, PTTEP is engaged in over 50 projects across 17 countries, aiming to ensure energy security and support sustainable development.

The company’s strong focus on community engagement is evident in its “Fish Home” initiative, launched in 2017 in the Gulf of Thailand and Songkhla Lagoon. This project addresses the degradation of marine biodiversity by installing artificial fish homes to create safe breeding grounds for marine species. As a result, the initiative has boosted the population of various aquatic species, increased the yield of local fisheries, and improved the overall quality of life for communities relying on fishing as their primary source of income. The project is closely aligned with PTTEP’s core business operations, as it simultaneously benefits the environment and supports sustainable economic activities.

The “Fish Home” project was developed by the Petroleum Development Support Base, Songkhla of PTTEP in collaboration with multiple stakeholders, including local communities, the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources, and academic institutions such as the Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya. This collaborative effort has enabled PTTEP to effectively address the needs of local communities while preserving the marine ecosystem. Since the project’s inception in 2017, PTTEP has installed fish homes in nine districts across two provinces—Songkhla and Nakhon Si Thammarat. As of 2023, the project’s reach extended to over 40 conservation networks, involving more than 1,000 participants and benefitting 512,000 residents.