Oceano Fresco

Oceano Fresco is a sustainable seafood company focused on developing and producing high-performing bivalved varieties for shellfish farmers, emphasizing environmental sustainability. The company, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Portugal, specializes in innovative aquaculture techniques to grow high-quality bivalve species, particularly native European clams such as V. corrugata and R. decussatus, which are currently in decline and threatened by exotic and invasive species.

With a vertically integrated operation, Oceano Fresco breeds clams in its state-of-the-art BioMarine Center and operates the world's first open-sea clam farm off the coast of Lagos, Portugal. The company's dedicated team of scientists leads R&D and selective breeding programs, which have earned a 'Seal of Excellence' by the European Commission.

The company's breakthrough lies in the biological advantages of low trophic animals, as clams require no artificial feed, antibiotics, and offer positive outputs such as CO2 capture in the shells and water filtration. Oceano Fresco's commitment to providing a reliable, year-round supply has attracted a €17.00M Venture Round investment from Aqua-Spark, Indico Capital Partners, BlueCrow Capital, and Banco Português de Fomento, who share its vision of a 'Blue Economy' for Europe and the World.

The company serves customers in Spain and Portugal and has plans to expand into other European markets, aiming to reestablish the consumption of premium clams both domestically and internationally. With its multi-national team blending technical expertise with an entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for the Oceans, Oceano Fresco is poised to make a significant impact in the Food and Beverage industry while driving sustainability in aquaculture.