Ava Ray wins Nor-Fishing Innovation Award
Ava Ocean's Ava Ray non-invasive seabed harvesting system received the 2024 Nor-Fishing Innovation Award.
Evidence notes
- The award recognized a precision water-flow system that harvests scallops without dredging the seabed.
- Ava Ray was developed over eight years with SINTEF and support from the Norwegian Institute for Marine Research.
- Arctic Pearl landed roughly one-third of its annual 15,000-tonne research quota during the first commercial year.
Company context
Ava Ocean develops seabed harvesting technology designed to collect seafood resources while monitoring and protecting marine ecosystems. Founded in Ålesund, the company combines specialised vessels, sensors and precision subsea equipment for selective ocean operations.