Transforming shell and seaweed byproducts into high-value ceramic and marble materials — a sustainable replacement for engineered stone benchtops and food-grade porcelain.
Limited value in kina shell waste — not enough to justify collection at scale without a high-value market
Conventional engineered stone contains crystalline silica — banned in Australia, hazardous to workers
The ceramics and stone industry has no ocean-positive alternative at commercial scale
Increases the value of shell and seaweed byproducts — creating a high-margin material market for ocean-derived waste
Non-porous, food-safe material replacing engineered stone in benchtops, tiles, and porcelain products
Direct market opportunity in Australia (engineered stone ban expanding) and globally where silica risk is regulated
Non-porous, food-safe surfaces for residential and commercial kitchens. Alternative to engineered stone. Key target: Australia's ban on engineered stone.
Beautiful ocean-positive surfaces for cafes, restaurants, and bars. Story-rich material that generates conversation and connection.
Tiles, facades, and feature surfaces for sustainable home design. Premium positioning in the architecture and interior design market.
Food-safe ceramic alternatives for crockery, servingware, and commercial kitchen equipment — ocean materials at the dinner table.