Event

Ava Ocean and Optimar develop onboard scallop factory

May 10, 2025 · Partnership · Ava Ocean · Maritime

Ava Ocean partnered with Optimar on an onboard frozen-at-sea scallop factory and received NOK 3.6 million for related processing research.

  • 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.

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.

Company
Ava Ocean
Segment
Maritime
Event type
Partnership
Added to Korthos
Jul 17, 2026
Geography
Ålesund · Norway