Norway
Ava Ocean, founded in 2016 in Ålesund, Norway, is at the forefront of sustainable seafood technology. This green tech company focuses on non-invasive seabed harvesting, promising to preserve and even rejuvenate fragile ecosystems under the sea.
Combining extensive knowledge from the fishing, offshore, and marine science industries, Ava Ocean has developed revolutionary technology aimed at a sustainable shift in the fishing industry. This technology allows for gentle yet effective harvesting, aligning with the growing global demand for environmentally friendly practices.
The company has been recognized by Forbes as "One to watch" among Norwegian Green Companies in 2023, and recently received the 2023 Innovation Award at Nor-Fishing. It was also featured in "The Economist Impact" in June 2023.
Most recently, Ava Ocean secured a €12.70M early VC investment from Wilstar AS as of 01 December 2025, strengthening its position to lead the industry toward a sustainable future.
