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Seaweed Solutions AS is a seaweed cultivator and innovator established in 2009, focusing on large-scale ocean farming of seaweed for various applications, including food, feed, pharmaceuticals, and biomaterials. The company has established itself as a leader in European seaweed cultivation, controlling the entire value chain from proprietary seed hatcheries to processing plants. With a patented cultivation technology called Seaweed Carrier, Seaweed Solutions combines extensive knowledge in marine biology and engineering to pioneer modern seaweed farming practices. Its primary operations are based in Norway, where it manages the largest seaweed farms in Europe dedicated to brown macroalgae. The company's objectives include becoming the leading supplier of cultivated biological seaweed and seaweed seeds in Europe. Additionally, Seaweed Solutions forms partnerships and offers turnkey solutions related to cultivation technology, raw material sourcing, market development, and environmental services, thereby supporting sustainable practices in the seaweed industry.

OCEANIUM specializes in creating all-natural food and nutraceutical products, as well as sustainable materials derived from responsibly sourced seaweed. The company utilizes a technical biorefinery process that maximizes the value extracted from seaweed, resulting in a diverse range of offerings, including food ingredients and natural bioactive components for health and cosmetic applications. OCEANIUM is dedicated to promoting the health of both people and the planet while simultaneously supporting the seaweed farming industry in the Western Hemisphere. By providing jobs and fostering economic development in rural coastal communities, OCEANIUM aims to drive systemic change within the food system.

Ocean Rainforest, Inc. is a company based in Santa Barbara, California, that specializes in cultivating seaweed in open ocean installations. Established in 2007, the company has developed a structural system for the cultivation of macroalgae in pristine ocean waters. Ocean Rainforest offers a range of premium, fully traceable seaweed products aimed at food and cosmetic producers. These products are recognized for their health benefits, containing beneficial proteins, antioxidants, essential minerals, dietary fibers, and polyunsaturated fatty acids. The company also manages onshore processes to ensure that the seaweed is stored in a stable condition, thereby maintaining its quality and nutritional value.