Ocean Rainforest Expands Global Reach and Product Portfolio

Partners with a Majority Stake in Mexican Seaweed Producer, Algamar.

Kaldbak, Faroe Islands – Ocean Rainforest is pleased to announce the acquisition of a 60% stake in the Mexico-based company Alamarsa, owner of the renowned Algamar brand, celebrated for its biostimulants and food products derived from giant kelp and other seaweed species.

Recognizing that the agricultural system is responsible for one-third of carbon emissions worldwide, biostimulants help farmers transition away from conventional farming practices all while strengthening their resilience against climate change.

This strategic acquisition will significantly expand Ocean Rainforest’s product portfolio and strengthen its global market reach. By integrating Algamar’s expertise and well-established brand, Ocean Rainforest will further enhance its capacity to deliver sustainable, high-quality seaweed-based solutions to customers worldwide.

Following this acquisition, Ocean Rainforest is now able to produce biostimulants and other advanced seaweed-based products, at its facilities in Santa Barbara, California, the Faroe Islands, and at Algamar’s processing facility in Ensenada, Mexico, sourced from seaweed species cultivated in both the North Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and serving the U.S., European, and Mexican markets.

The collaboration combines Algamar’s expertise in seaweed extraction and processing with Ocean Rainforest’s advanced open-ocean seaweed farming technology, creating opportunities to develop innovative, sustainable solutions that can be scaled for the global market.

"We are delighted to welcome Alamarsa and the Algamar brand to the Ocean Rainforest family. This acquisition aligns perfectly with our mission to provide sustainable solutions that support both agriculture and biodiversity," said Olavur Gregersen, CEO of Ocean Rainforest.

Roberto Marcos, Founder of Alamarsa, also shared his enthusiasm: "Joining forces with Ocean Rainforest marks an exciting new chapter for the Algamar brand. With our combined expertise and shared vision for sustainable seaweed-based products—and with access to a wider variety of kelp species—we are well-positioned to scale our impact and deliver innovative solutions to markets worldwide."

A complete overview of the product portfolios for both companies is available at www.oceanrainforest.com and www.grupoalgamar.com