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Bromalgae

The Bromalgae project is summarized as a disruptive and innovative technology, rarely seen in the industry. Bromalgae has developed liquid trees, which contain living microalgae inside. These microorganisms have a carbon assimilation capacity 25 times greater than terrestrial trees. Microalgae are responsible for 75% of global CO2 fixation. They are found in both freshwater (reservoirs, lakes, rivers) and saltwater. Ecologically, they are classified as phytoplankton and are responsible for oxygenating the atmosphere, providing 50% of the oxygen we breathe. The GarbiAir system is installed in urban areas with the highest emissions, such as zones with heavy vehicular traffic. A blower captures the surrounding air, which passes through pre-filters to remove suspended particles and harmful microorganisms that could affect the microalgae. The photobioreactor is fed with the CO2 and NOx from this air, which enters the system through bubbling, aiding in the system's agitation process, along with other essential nutrients in the medium and light. This process enables photosynthesis. Using sensors, the concentrations of CO2 and NOx are continuously monitored. Two sensors are placed at the photobioreactor's entrance and exit to observe the difference in concentration. Depending on the weather conditions, the light intensity can be adjusted to optimize the photosynthetic process and prevent oxidative stress in the microalgal cells. First GarbiAir pilot plant in Barakaldo (Bizkaia) In June 2023, we inaugurated our first liquid microalgae vegetation system, GarbiAir, in Barakaldo. This first pilot plant will help us continue improving its design and allow us to further research the capture of CO2 and NO2 by the microalgae. Second GarbiAir pilot plant in Bayonne (France) In September 2022, a collaboration began with the municipality of Bayonne (France) and the Communauté d’Agglomération Pays Basque to test our innovative solution for capturing automobile emissions in real conditions. The installation of GarbiAir in Bayonne will allow us to validate the scientific principles of our system under different climatic conditions. This initial experiment will last between five and six months. It is funded by the Basque Government through its economic development agency SPRI and by the Communauté d’Agglomération Pays Basque. The core of the technology used by Bromalgae is the amplification of the photosynthesis process. Bromalgae forces the microalgae, which act as "cell factories," to absorb atmospheric CO2 24 hours a day. This is achieved by providing a 24:0 light-dark photoperiod. The Bromalgae team has named this technology continuous photosynthesis. Moreover, Bromalgae has its own design of photobioreactors, developed by its own Engineering Department. They are designed to handle volumes ranging from 100 Liters to 3,000 Liters. Harvesting and drying is also carried out on-site through biomass centrifugation and drying. Once the processing is complete, the biomass is ready to be packaged and shipped. -The photobioreactor of 100L capacity is made of food-grade stainless steel in a cylindrical shape. It features an internal LED lighting system and a bubbling agitation system using a 12 Nm3/h rubber diffuser. -The photobioreactor 300 L capacity is made of PVC-glass in a cone shape in order to increase the volumetric area. It has an internal LED lighting system and a bubbling agitation system using a 12 Nm3/h rubber diffuser. -The photobioreactor of 3,000 L capacity is made of food-grade polyethylene in a cylindrical shape. It includes an internal LED lighting system and a bubbling agitation system with nine independent rubber diffusers, each with a 12 Nm3/h flow rate.
Project TRL: TRL 9 - Actual system proven through successful mission operations
Main sector: Blue biotechnology

BUGGYPOWER SL

Production of premium quality marine microalgae
Project TRL: TRL 8 - Actual system completed through test and demonstration
Main sector: Blue biotechnology

Building the future of food

We aim to build the food of the future
Project TRL: TRL 6 - System/subsystem model or prototype demonstration in a relevant environment
Main sector: Blue biotechnology

BuyCo

BuyCo is a collaborative SaaS platform enabling shippers to simplify, optimise & better control the planning, execution & tracking of their maritime container shipments.
Project TRL: TRL 9 - Actual system proven through successful mission operations
Main sector: Shipping & ports

Calidris Bio

Sustainable produced bacterial proteins for aquaculture feed.
Project TRL: TRL 5 - Component validation in relevant environment
Main sector: Blue biotechnology

CalWave

CalWave's vision is to unlock the power of ocean waves to secure a clean energy future. Our mission is to provide reliable and cost effective ocean wave technologies for sustainable energy access. Our proprietary wave energy converter technology achieves high performance while surviving storms and extreme conditions by operating fully submerged at all times.
Project TRL: TRL 7 - System prototype demonstration in a relevant environment
Main sector: Blue renewable energy

Candela Technology AB

Candela is developing electric hydrofoiling ferries. The first prototype was put in water last autumn. Ferry number two is planned to operate in the public transport system of Stockholm during Q3 this year. To scale up faster Candela is exploring possibilities to set up a shipping ownership and charter ferries for demo and feasibility studies to reduce experienced technology and financial risks for European mobility operators.
Project TRL: TRL 6 - System/subsystem model or prototype demonstration in a relevant environment
Main sector: Shipbuilding & Refit

Capt'n Boat the platform to find easily professional sailors

To facilitate and regulate the hiring of pro sailors
Project TRL: TRL 9 - Actual system proven through successful mission operations
Main sector: Coastal and marine tourism

Catchwise

We want to revolutionize the way fisheries choose their fishing spots, to make them data driven and utilise the vast amounts of historical catch, movement and environmental data to help becoming more efficient and sustainable
Project TRL: TRL 7 - System prototype demonstration in a relevant environment
Main sector: Fisheries

Cell4Food - cellular culture, SA

Cell4food is a deeptech biotechnology startup with a B2B licensing-based business model aiming to develop the cellular agriculture technologies for the production of fish, molluscs and crustacean cell-based food products. Our main focus is the production of cell-based octopus biomass.
Project TRL: TRL 6 - System/subsystem model or prototype demonstration in a relevant environment
Main sector: Blue biotechnology

CENOTE

We are currently developing "CENOTE," a groundbreaking video game that integrates interactive gameplay with real-world ocean conservation efforts, directly funding marine restoration projects through player achievements.
Project TRL: TRL 7 - System prototype demonstration in a relevant environment
Main sector: Coastal and environmental protection and regeneration

Cerberus Seaweed Systems

reinventing maritime algae cultivation
Project TRL: TRL 4 - Component validation in laboratory environment
Main sector: Aquaculture

CHEMDOC WATER TECHNOLOGIES

Sustainable Water Solutions Manufacturer of equipment and turnkey units for industrial water and drinking water, specialist in membrane technologies and water chemistry. We design and build turn key units, complete water treatment lines, and containerized installation from 1m3/h up to 200m3/h. our goal is to become a major equipment supplier for water recycling in large industries
Project TRL: TRL 9 - Actual system proven through successful mission operations
Main sector: Ocean pollution & water management

Circular Composites

We are able to replace GRP with NFC
Project TRL: TRL 9 - Actual system proven through successful mission operations
Main sector: Shipbuilding & Refit

Citiprofile

Citiprofile is a Deep Tech startup, specializing in the production of decision support tools based on the analysis of the flow of humans and boats, with a focus on identifcation of boats under 24 meters operating without AIS.
Project TRL: TRL 6 - System/subsystem model or prototype demonstration in a relevant environment
Main sector: Blue tech and ocean observation

CIWI Egg

We are currently concentrating on advancing the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of our technology. It has successfully operated in a laboratory setting, but we now face the challenge of scaling it up for higher production. This involves changes in dimensions and the integration of logistics. Through this project, we aim to learn how to upscale our solution effectively. We are in the process of implementing it at large water treatment facilities. Once this project is completed, we will move to the next phase, where our system will be integrated with one treatment street of this water treatment facility.
Project TRL: TRL 6 - System/subsystem model or prototype demonstration in a relevant environment
Main sector: Ocean pollution & water management

Clean Ocean Coatings

Establishing antifouling management of tomorrow
Project TRL: TRL 6 - System/subsystem model or prototype demonstration in a relevant environment
Main sector: Shipbuilding & Refit

Clean Shipping Assets

In collaboration with the manufacturer legal-and financial structures are set up which allow a ferry owner with excellent solvency to benefit from the latest clean-shipping technology. The assets are made available to the ship owner by providing energy-on-board as a service. For investors this is an opportunity for asset-backed clean-shipping impact investments which generate a recurring revenue while at the same time make sure emissions reduction effects.
Project TRL: TRL 8 - Actual system completed through test and demonstration
Main sector: Shipping & ports

Clewat Oy

Multipurpose sea-cleaning vessels
Project TRL: TRL 8 - Actual system completed through test and demonstration
Main sector: Coastal and environmental protection and regeneration

clic recycle

We recycle human hair waste from hair salons and transform it into circular Eco Design products for marine environment preservation and regenerative agriculture.​ Through our hair recycling service for hairdressers we eliminate tons of hair waste that would normally go to landfill or be burnt, causing great harm upon the environment with increased CO2 emission and methane gases. With a management system in place we transform this hair waste into organic eco design products and solutions that clean and save water, increase soil health and can replace standard plastic products in ports and agriculture. 1.⁠ ⁠Hair Recycling Service A closed loop Subscription Service for hairdressers providing real-time impact analysis of users, such as the total hair waste prevented,such as water savings, waste removal fees, reduced Co2 emissions and data intelligence of sensors. Through this we offer a New Business Model and more sustainable practices for the beauty industry.Further, a management system in place to process this waste into new products. 02.​​Sea Decontamination Barriers and Filters A modular system of Sea Decontamination Barriers and filters made from hair waste that naturally adsorb hydrocarbons and heavy metals from the sea for ports and vessels. Embedded with a sensor system collecting and tracking essential water quality data and a digital platform providing real time impact analysis.  4.⁠ ⁠Sensors & IoT Platform Products are backed up by technology and science to guarantee efficiency, transparency and authenticity. With a digital platform offering real-time analysis of economic and environmental impact.​ Doubling as a community hub enabling stakeholders with participation in the network.
Project TRL: TRL 7 - System prototype demonstration in a relevant environment
Main sector: Blue biotechnology

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What is the BlueInvest Project Pipeline?

The BlueInvest Project Pipeline is a database and showcase of projects, scale-ups and SMEs who are driving innovation and sustainability in the Blue Economy.

The projects featured are innovative, scalable and sustainable business ventures from traditional and emerging sectors of the maritime economy.

The aim is to facilitate connections between projects and investors, helping innovative ventures gain visibility and access to funding opportunities.

 

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Selection criteria

  • Your company is EU-based or from an eligible sea basin region (Georgia, Turkey, Ukraine, Moldova, Montenegro, Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Serbia, Israel, Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Lebanon, Syria, Libya, Mauritania, United Kingdom, or Norway)
  • Your project TRL is 4 or higher
  • Your project sector is in one of the 10 blue economy sectors identified for this initiative
  • Your solution has a clear sustainable impact on the blue economy
  • Your project is looking for investment

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What is the BlueInvest Project Pipeline?

The BlueInvest Project Pipeline is a database and showcase of projects, scale-ups and SMEs who are driving innovation and sustainability in the Blue Economy.

The projects featured are innovative, scalable and sustainable business ventures from traditional and emerging sectors of the maritime economy.

The aim is to facilitate connections between projects and investors, helping innovative ventures gain visibility and access to funding opportunities.

 

Want to be featured? 

Login to the BlueInvest community & Submit your project

 

Selection criteria

  • Your company is EU-based or from an eligible sea basin region (Georgia, Turkey, Ukraine, Moldova, Montenegro, Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Serbia, Israel, Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Lebanon, Syria, Libya, Mauritania, United Kingdom, or Norway)
  • Your project TRL is 4 or higher
  • Your project sector is in one of the 10 blue economy sectors identified for this initiative
  • Your solution has a clear sustainable impact on the blue economy
  • Your project is looking for investment

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