Summary Report – EV/HAB/02/05:
Development of an operational capacity for real-time observation and forecasting of Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) in the BCLME: detection of HABs through the deployment of bio-optical moorings. Phase 1: Demonstration project in Namibia and South Africa

Contracted to: Centre for Marine Studies, University of Cape Town
Authors: Stewart Bernard, Alex Fawcett, Christelle Balt
Completion Date: July 2005

Summary: This project has demonstrated the utility of real time bio-optical data as an integrated management tool for coastal agencies, and an early warning system with regard to HAB detection and ecosystem protection. The primary focus of the project has been the construction, deployment and maintenance of a demonstration bio-optical mooring, located on the southern Benguela Namaqua shelf.

The full report can be downloaded from http://www.bclme.org under the reports section.