Local Ocean is on the leading edge of sustainable aquaculture.

We create pristine environments where fish thrive, right here in Boulogne-sur-Mer.

The Nature Conservancy

“What if we had the chance to reinvent the world’s food system and make local, more sustainable food the norm rather than the exception?”

World Wildlife Fund

“Farmed seafood provides an answer to increasing demand for protein sources as the world’s population becomes more affluent, urbanized and approaches 9 billion before 2050.”

View from below of a school of fish

Imagine natural-like conditions in a bio-secure, low-stress environment—free from toxins, parasites or micro-plastics, and with cutting-edge wastewater treatment.

Cutting-edge, land-based aquaculture technology is here.

Recirculating aquaculture with wastewater treatment is identified as the “Best Choice” for sourcing sustainable salmon by the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch.

  • "Aquatic food systems are under pressure. The global population is growing, and food production often comes at the expense of the environment, while COVID-19, biodiversity loss and climate change add additional pressures. So, what is the solution?”

    Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

  • “World population and consumption is growing, resulting in increased pressure on the natural environment. Aquaculture can provide healthy, high-quality food with limited environmental impact, creating jobs and prosperity, if done sustainably.”

    The Sustainable Trade Initiative (IDH)

  • “Recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) are a water-efficient way of raising fish on land in a contained system; other positive attributes of this farming method include enhanced biosecurity and the ability to reduce the carbon footprint of food fish by building facilities close to markets.”

    NOAA Sea Grant

We recognize sustainable development as a global effort. Our project addresses the challenges our food systems are facing.

We plan to deliver a high quality protein source with a community-integrated and sustainability-driven approach.

We are committed to solving global challenges on a local level.

Local land-based aquaculture

in Boulonge-sur-Mer, France.

We are happy to be here.

We can’t wait to become a long-standing part of the Boulogne community. We are here to stay.

Our team is purpose-driven.

As a team of dedicated aquaculture educators, researchers, and entrepreneurs, we share a deep passion for the oceans and ecosystems that sustain us.

We understand that building lasting relationships takes time. We're committed to earning the trust of our community as we transform the way salmon is raised, harvested, purchased, and consumed in France. We're excited to bring you on this journey with us.

Sustainability is at the core of what we do.

We're driven by the belief that traditional salmon farming methods must be improved. With a pioneering spirit, we're developing an innovative and sustainable solution.

We envision a better future for our oceans.