Sustainable Solutions for a Brighter Tomorrow.
As an impact-driven company, SmartOcean partners with fishermen, industry, and science to protect our oceans—because a healthy ocean means a thriving future.
Protecting Marine Ecosystems
The Problem:
Combating Ghost Gear Pollution
The Problem:
Each year, 640,000 tons of fishing gear are lost at sea, contributing to a global marine litter crisis. This “ghost gear” entangles marine life, damages habitats, and can remain in the ocean for hundreds of years. For fishing operations, this loss is not only an environmental disaster but also a financial strain.
Our Solution:
SmartOcean’s real-time GPS tracking technology ensures that every piece of fishing gear can be located and retrieved before it becomes ghost gear. By equipping fishermen with tools to monitor their gear 24/7, SmartOcean drastically reduces gear loss and prevents abandoned nets from polluting the ocean.
Ghost gear and unsustainable fishing practices are devastating marine ecosystems, killing hundreds of thousands of marine animals annually and disrupting biodiversity. Critical habitats like coral reefs, seagrass beds, and breeding grounds are at risk, threatening the long-term health of the ocean.
Our Solution:
SmartOcean’s buoys not only prevent ghost gear pollution but also provide data on gear behavior and movement, helping to minimize environmental impact. By keeping fishing equipment in use and out of sensitive habitats, SmartOcean contributes to the preservation of ecosystems and ensures that marine life can thrive undisturbed.
Advancing the Blue Economy
The Problem:
Reducing Carbon Footprint
The Problem:
Fishing vessels often spend hours or even days searching for lost gear, leading to unnecessary carbon emissions. This inefficiency increases operating costs and contributes significantly to the industry’s environmental footprint.
Our Solution:
SmartOcean’s precise tracking technology allows fishermen to locate and retrieve their gear quickly, cutting down on fuel usage. By streamlining operations, SmartOcean helps fishing companies lowering their carbon footprint while saving time and money.
Marine industries are under increasing pressure to decarbonize and reduce pollution, but many lack the tools and infrastructure needed to meet these goals. Without innovation, progress remains slow, threatening the future of the blue economy.
Our Solution:
SmartOcean contributes directly to the global mission of restoring our oceans and waters. Our technology aligns with the blue economy’s objectives by providing a pathway for fisheries to decarbonize their operations. With support from the European Investment Bank, SmartOcean is expanding its impact to help more industries align with sustainability goals.
Shared Commitment to Future Generations
The Problem:
If unsustainable practices continue, future generations will face depleted oceans, damaged ecosystems, and reduced resources. Beyond merely being an environmental issue, protecting the ocean is a global responsibility.
Our Solution:
SmartOcean is committed to ensuring that the oceans remain abundant and healthy for generations to come. By solving today’s pressing challenges—like ghost gear, habitat destruction, and unsustainable fishing—we’re building a future where the ocean can sustain both people and the planet. With every piece of gear tracked and every ecosystem protected, we’re making that future a reality.
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