Construction company Far East Melaka has plans to build a 481.5ha deep-sea port in Malacca, but environmental groups warn the large-scale reclamation project will pose a threat to endangered marine animals such as dolphins and turtles.

The project site would also be close to the first proposed marine park in Malacca.

An environmental impact assessment (EIA) report submitted by Far East pointed out that the Malacca Strait is frequently visited by...