Origin by Ocean is a Finland-based biotechnology and biorefining company that develops processes to convert marine algae and other ocean-derived biomass into bio-based ingredients and specialty chemicals. Its work centers on extracting functional molecules and materials from seaweed to create sustainable alternatives to conventional, fossil-derived inputs.
The company targets applications across personal care, food, and life sciences, as well as selected industrial uses. By valorizing problematic marine biomass and advancing scalable extraction and purification technologies, Origin by Ocean aims to link environmental remediation with reliable supply of ocean-derived ingredients for the chemical value chain.