Strategic Marine Biotech Enterprise
New opportunity with five core products and revenue streams
Business overview and current status:
Marine Biotech Enterprises Pty. Ltd. (MBE), a pioneering company based in South Australia, is at the forefront of specialist research and development in the sustainable production and commercialization of high-value marine products (refer to MBE for the Enterprise Plan pdf). Leveraging specific, purpose designed and built, innovative land-based aquaculture methods and systems, MBE aims to transform the industry by introducing environmentally responsible solutions (refer to above pdf) that address global challenges such as food security, native species regeneration and climate change.
MBE’s strategic approach encompasses five core product and revenue streams.
The company’s prime location offers multiple annual harvests per species, benefiting from already completed preliminary earthworks. These areas feature extensive specialty ponds and state-of-the-art aeration equipment, among other resources.
Situated near a skilled labor pool with excellent transport links, the site is enriched by naturally occurring sea grass beds, pristine nutrient-rich tidal waters, and local mangrove areas that enhance water quality as it enters MBE ponds. Through collaborations with regional, state, and national agencies, MBE is focused (via this current project) on rapidly commercializing its 114-hectare (some 280 acres) landholding, which has undergone over three years of scale-up refurbishment and development.
Industry overview and analysis:
The global aquaculture industry is undergoing rapid expansion, driven by increasing demand for high-quality seafood, sustainability concerns, and the depletion of wild and native fish stocks. Currently valued at over $274 billion, the global industry is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5% from 2022 to 2027 (Source: Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
Australia’s aquaculture sector contributes significantly to the economy, with a market value exceeding $1.5 billion, presenting robust commercial opportunities for MBE. South Australia is at the forefront of the Australia aquaculture industry, being the only state with defined framework to guide investors in the aquaculture industry. The aquaculture industry in South Australia is regulated by Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA) through the Aquaculture Act 2001.
Target markets and market analysis:
Through MBE’s initial market analysis, together with Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) subsidiary Future Feed P/L, it has confirmed that there is strong national and international demand for MBE’s products across various sectors, including marine, agricultural, biotech industries, pharmaceuticals, and food specialists. The company’s unique; high-value marine products are well-positioned to meet these market needs.
As such, MBE has identified the products it will be producing are in high demand in Australian and international markets, with the opportunity for rapidly produced aquaculture products vs wild harvest ones; thus, providing a uniqueness that is a sustainable production environment.
Investment opportunity
MBE is currently seeking an initial, staged, ‘scale-up’ funding of up to AUD $10.9 million (USD7.3M), with equity positions available. Interested parties are invited to learn more under a full non-disclosure agreement.
Equity finance, with loan principle repaid in 4-years.
Investor information
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Project status update
Significant specialty ponds refurbished, as well as research and development ponds completed and available for the new harvest season, along with establishing propagation. State-of-the-art aeration and other equipment for growing, harvesting, processing, and sales, among other resources.
Project dependencies
All licences and permits are in place for the new harvest season and beyond, e.g. Aquaculture License AQ 00482 is held via associated SeaFeed R2G P/L and Thisjoy P/L also holds SA Government Development Application (DA) approval to Research and develop the Environmental protection agency (EPA) approved area of existing tidal ponds plus 4 recently constructed specialty ponds & aeration equipment for quantity and quality of production. There is also the opportunity to expand through an additional defined application processes.
Technology utilised
For more information, ask for the MBE ‘Enterprise Plan’ pdf.
Financial information
Investment sought: A$10.9M
Project highlights
- Strong national and global demand.
- Potential multiple revenue streams, with new breeding harvest season commencing Q4, 24 & Q1-2, 25.
- Directors and consultants with strong knowledge and experience in aquaculture, marine methods, systems, commercialisation, earthmoving, organic food production, marketing, production systems, building, financial management and taxation; plus clear exit strategy for Investor within 3-years (if required).
Key organisations
- Marine Biotech Enterprises Pty Ltd, SeaFeed R2G Pty Ltd, Thisjoy Pty Ltd, CommercialiseIt Specialist Advisory, Future Feed Pty Ltd
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