Seaweed Highlights
Internship at the European Seaweed Association – Help shape a sustainable future
03/02/2026 - Are you looking for a challenging internship where you can contribute to a sustainable and innovative European seaweed sector? Do you want to play your part in the transition to a sustainable future with a new and versatile resource? Then an internship at the European Seaweed Association (ESWA) is for you.
Introducing ISEA: value added organic seaweed production from Iceland
03/02/2026 - For ISEA, seaweed production is built on the combination of natural abundance and industrial precision. Based in Stykkishólmur on the west coast of Iceland, ISEA produces sustainably sourced Icelandic seaweed and kelp using EU organic certified own developed harvesting and processing methods, powered by geothermal heat and green electricity.
New Project Manager for NSF#1
02/02/2026 - We are pleased to welcome Remon Tas as Project Manager for the NSF#1 offshore seaweed farm. Remon leads the development and execution of NSF#1, bringing together offshore installation, operations and the steps needed to build a commercially viable seaweed farm. From technical development to seeding, harvesting and day-to-day operations, the focus is on turning innovation into a well-functioning offshore seaweed farm. With his hands-on offshore experience, Remon strengthens our ability to scale seaweed cultivation and contribute to a resilient blue economy. Welcome to the team, Remon
Maris Glow: From Sea to Skin
29/01/2026 - Maris Glow operates at the intersection of seaweed and cosmetics. For founder Sandra van den Berg, the sea is not a distant source of inspiration but a daily reality. Living near the Oosterschelde, regular walks along the shoreline sparked the idea for a skincare brand rooted in local seawater and seaweed, translating the restorative power of the marine environment into natural, premium skincare.
Rovensa Next: using seaweed for resilient agriculture
08/01/2026 - Rovensa Next, the global leader in biosolutions for agriculture, is the result of the integration of twelve pioneering sustainable companies with decades of successful track records in biosolutions. Regarding to seaweed activities ,Rovensa Next has a long trajectory in harvesting and processing Ascophyllum nodosum in the north of Ireland. Rovensa Next, the global leader in biosolutions for agriculture, is the result of the integration of twelve pioneering sustainable companies with decades of successful track records in biosolutions. Regarding to seaweed activities, Rovensa Next has a long trajectory in harvesting and processing Ascophyllum nodosum in the north of Ireland.
Offshore Test Site Event - 10 March
05/01/2026 - Do you have innovative solutions you want to test under real offshore conditions? Curious how your idea performs at sea, where wind, waves, and salt make all the difference? Visit the Offshore Test Site Event on 5th of February in Scheveningen.
Kelpi: turning seaweed into high performance packaging
18/12/2025 - Kelpi is a UK based materials innovation company that wants to take the plastic out of packaging. Founded in 2020, the company uses seaweed to create biobased coatings that can replace single use plastics in demanding applications.
Sea.Sense brings European seaweed to the everyday table
09/12/2025 - Sea.Sense is on a mission to make seaweed a commodity in the European cuisine. The brand was founded by @Alexander Jordaens, an engineer and innovation specialist by background and a seaweed believer by conviction. He began his journey into the offshore renewables industry, spending eight years working on innovative offshore renewable projects before being given the opportunity to develop a seaweed farm in Oman. This marked the start of his deep involvement in the seaweed industry, which ultimately led him back to Europe with the clear ambition of unlocking the potential of local seaweeds for mainstream consumers.
Alltech Coppens joins the European Seaweed Association
04/12/2025 - We are delighted to welcome Alltech Coppens as the latest addition to the European Seaweed Association. During our wide-ranging conversation with @Guido Crolla, we gained insight into one of Europe’s most versatile aquaculture feed producers and how they incorporate algae into a range of their products. The company supplies more than sixty countries and combines decades of expertise with a strong focus on innovation and sustainability. Their decision to join the European Seaweed Association reflects their ambition to expand beyond fish feed and engage with evolving food systems.
Swedish Seaweed: Building a regenerative seaweed future on the Swedish westcoast
28/11/2025 - When four Dutch professionals put their heads together to make a meaningful contribution to the food transition, they found their new beginning in the coastal waters north of Gothenburg. This is where Swedish Seaweed was created, a young company that combines scientific curiosity, community engagement and a strong commitment to ecological regeneration.