Optimising AQUAculture Development and Market Connectivity (AQUADMC) - Report on the Mapping Tool and Final Platform Access

Abstract

This report forms a key deliverable of the AQUADMC project and provides a comprehensive overview of the Mapping Tool and Final Platform developed as part of the project. This document aims to detail the implementation and functionality of the geospatial web platform designed to facilitate the consultation of geospatial and socio-economic datasets. It provides a detailed account of the consolidated methodologies employed in the two project activities, along with the results of their integration into the platform. The project leverages advanced remote sensing and satellite technologies to evaluate and map potential aquaculture sites. The methodology incorporates environmental, socio-economic, and logistical factors to ensure the suitability and sustainability of each site. The primary output is a mapping tool that integrates data from suitability analyses, socio-economic impact assessments, and logistical evaluations. This tool delivers clear, actionable insights to support the selection of aquaculture sites that optimise operational efficiency, market accessibility, and environmental sustainability. The present report presents the Mapping Tool and Platform in Bangladesh and Kenya.