Ava Ocean and Optimar develop onboard scallop factory
Ava Ocean partnered with Optimar on an onboard frozen-at-sea scallop factory and received NOK 3.6 million for related processing research.
Evidence notes
- Optimar is developing an individually quick-frozen scallop-meat factory for Ava Ocean's new harvesting vessel.
- The Research Council of Norway awarded NOK 3.6 million to the associated SHELL processing project.
- Nofima and SINTEF joined the work on lower-emission, higher-quality onboard production methods.
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.