Oceano Fresco has raised €2.7m ($3m) in a funding led by Bluecrow Capital to set up and operate a biomarine centre in Portugal. The facility, which will include a hatchery, laboratories and offices, will initially produce clams species native to Europe. “Biomarine is an innovative approach that combines the best of aquaculture with marine biology for sustainable seafood production,” said Dr David Jones, CEO of Bluecrow.
Oceano Fresco has raised €2.7m ($3m) in a funding led by Bluecrow Capital to set up and operate a biomarine centre in Portugal. The facility, which will include a hatchery, laboratories and offices, will initially produce clams species native to Europe. The company has also bought an open-sea concession off the coast of Portugal, where the clams can be grown until they are ready to sell.