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The seafood processing industry in Benelux plays a critical role in transforming raw catch into market-ready products, meeting Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ demands of consumers and restaurants alike. Key players range from large corporations to nimble startups, working on everything from traditional fish processing to innovative sustainable alternatives like plant-based and cell-cultured seafood. As trends shift toward healthier eating habits and heightened environmental awareness, companies are focusing on sustainability and efficiency. Enhanced technology and supply chain monitoring are set to redefine quality and safety standards while tapping into consumer preferences for responsible sourcing and freshness.

The list of investors showcases a mix of venture capital, corporate, and private equity firms operating in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood sector. Based in locations like Utrecht, Amsterdam, and Brussels, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨se firms range from small teams to large organizations, with diverse funding activities in 2024. Established between 1958 and 2019, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y collectively engaged in numerous investments, targeting innovation and sustainable practices in seafood processing. Noteworthy transactions reflect both interest and commitment towards advancing Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ industry's future.

Top 13 Seafood Processing Investors in Benelux

1. Aqua-Spark

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Utrecht, Utrecht, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 2013
• Headcount: 11-50
• Number of deals in 2024: 2
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Aqua-Spark is a holding company based in Utrecht, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands, founded in 2013, that specializes in investing in innovative solutions for Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ aquaculture industry. With a focus on promoting sustainable practices and improving production efficiency, Aqua-Spark collaborates with a global community of investors to address environmental challenges through research and development. Notable transactions include leading a $12.6 million Series A funding round for Shiok Meats, which is focused on producing cell-based shrimp, and investing $2.5 million in Matorka, an Icelandic Arctic char producer, as part of a $5.5 million funding round aimed at expansion and construction of new facilities. Additionally, Aqua-Spark has invested in Wanda Fish Technologies, a FoodTech startup, indicating Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir commitment to advancing seafood processing technologies. These investments highlight Aqua-Spark's active role in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood processing sector.

2. European Innovation Council (EIC)

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• Type: Corporate
• Headquarters: Brussels, Brussels, Belgium
• Founded year: 1958
• Headcount: 201-500
• Number of deals in 2024: 57
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The European Innovation Council (EIC) is a public entity based in Brussels, Belgium, established to support innovation and entrepreneurship across Europe. Founded in 1958, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ EIC offers various funding programs, including Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ EIC Accelerator and EIC Pathfinder, aimed at helping startups and SMEs develop and scale Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir technologies. The EIC provides business acceleration services, networking opportunities, and prizes to foster innovation in multiple sectors. Notably, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ EIC has been involved in transactions relevant to Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood processing industry, such as its investments in Alginor ASA, which raised significant funding for algal product development, and Blue Planet Ecosystems, which focuses on sustainable aquaculture solutions. These transactions highlight Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ EIC's commitment to supporting innovative solutions that can impact Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood processing sector.

3. Nutreco

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• Type: Corporate
• Headquarters: Amersfoort, Utrecht, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 1994
• Headcount: 10001+
• Number of deals in 2024: 1
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Nutreco is a corporate investor based in Amersfoort, Utrecht, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands, specializing in animal nutrition with a focus on innovative feed solutions for both livestock and aquaculture. Founded in 1994, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ company has a workforce of over 10,000 employees and is committed to sustainable practices to meet Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ growing global demand for food. Nutreco's involvement in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood processing context is highlighted by its acquisition of Skretting Nigeria, which aims to strengÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨n its commitment to Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ Nigerian aquaculture industry, and Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ acquisition of Shihai Co Ltd., a fish and shrimp feed company in China, enhancing its aquaculture feed business. Additionally, Nutreco's participation in funding rounds for companies like BlueNalu, which focuses on innovative seafood products, showcases Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir active role in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood sector.

4. Cvc

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• Type: Private Equity
• Headquarters: Luxembourg
• Founded year: 2005
• Headcount: 1001-5000
• Number of deals in 2024: 16
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CVC Capital Partners is a prominent investment firm founded in 2005, specializing in private equity, credit, secondaries, and infrastructure. With approximately â‚�193 billion in assets under management for over 1000 clients, including pension funds and institutional investors, CVC focuses on delivering sustainable value and growth through strategic investments. Notably, CVC has a history of involvement in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood processing industry, having acquired Heiploeg Beheer in 1995, which is known for its operations in seafood processing. This acquisition highlights CVC's engagement in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood sector, alongside Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir oÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r investments such as Kalle and Continental Foods Belgium SA, which, while not directly related to seafood, showcase Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir diverse investment strategy.

5. Azelis

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• Type: Corporate
• Headquarters: Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium
• Founded year: 2001
• Headcount: 1001-5000
• Number of deals in 2024: 5
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Azelis is a specialty chemical distributor and innovation service provider founded in 2001, headquartered in Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium. With a workforce of 1001-5000 employees, Azelis serves over 63,000 customers across Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ life sciences and industrial sectors. They focus on delivering high-quality raw materials and innovative formulations tailored to specific market needs. In recent years, Azelis has expanded its portfolio through strategic acquisitions, including Tunçkaya, a Turkish distributor of food ingredients and additives, which enhances Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir position in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ Turkish food market. Additionally, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir acquisition of Gillco Ingredients, a specialty ingredient provider in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ US food and nutrition market, furÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r strengÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ns Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir presence in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ food sector. These transactions highlight Azelis' commitment to Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ food industry, which encompasses seafood processing as part of Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir broader focus on food ingredients and nutrition.

6. PeakBridge

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Luxembourg
• Founded year: 2018
• Headcount: 11-50
• Number of deals in 2024: 8
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PeakBridge VC is a venture capital firm based in Luxembourg, founded in 2018, that specializes in FoodTech investments. The firm supports early-stage founders and businesses in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ food industry by providing investment, consulting services, and access to a vast network of industry experts. Their focus is on innovative solutions that address significant challenges in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ global food system, making Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨m a key player in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ FoodTech sector. Notably, PeakBridge participated in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seed funding round for Forsea Foods, an Israeli startup that is developing cultivated eel meat, which is in high demand for traditional dishes like kabayaki and sushi. This investment highlights Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir commitment to advancing sustainable seafood processing technologies. Additionally, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y have been involved in oÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r food tech investments, such as Vanilla Vida, furÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r showcasing Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir active role in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ food industry.

7. Louis Dreyfus Company

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• Type: Corporate
• Headquarters: Rotterdam, South Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 1851
• Headcount: 10001+
• Number of deals in 2024: 5
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Louis Dreyfus Company B.V. is a for-profit agricultural merchant and processor based in Rotterdam, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands, founded in 1851. The company operates across multiple sectors, including food processing, bioenergy, and transportation, supplying a wide range of agricultural products to Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ food and beverage industry. Notably, LDC has made significant investments in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood processing context, such as leading a $26.35 million funding round for Good Catch, a plant-based seafood brand, aimed at product development and market expansion. Additionally, LDC participated in a Series A funding round for Aquaconnect, a company focused on aquaculture technology, which raised $15 million. These transactions highlight LDC's strategic interest in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood sector, particularly in innovative and sustainable seafood solutions.

8. Prosus Group

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 2019
• Headcount: 10001+
• Number of deals in 2024: 21
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Prosus Group is a global technology investor and operator based in Amsterdam, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands, founded in 2019. The firm focuses on enhancing everyday life through technology across various sectors, including online classifieds, food delivery, payments, and education technology. In Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood processing context, Prosus has made significant investments in companies like Aruna, an Indonesia-based fisheries and marine platform that raised $35 million in a Series A investment round to expand its operations and improve its supply chain. Additionally, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y invested in Captain Fresh, which raised substantial funding in multiple rounds, indicating a commitment to enhancing Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood supply chain and processing capabilities. These transactions highlight Prosus's engagement in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood industry, showcasing Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir interest in fostering growth and innovation in this sector.

9. Xenon Private Equity

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• Type: Private Equity
• Headquarters: Strassen, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
• Founded year: 2009
• Headcount: 11-50
• Number of deals in 2024: 5
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Xenon Private Equity is a private equity firm based in Strassen, Luxembourg, founded in 2009. The firm specializes in investment management and advisory services, focusing on partnering with small to medium-sized enterprises to enhance Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir growth and competitiveness through strategic investments and operational support. Their investment strategy emphasizes sustainable practices and responsible investing, particularly in sectors such as renewable energy and waste management. Notably, Xenon Private Equity has made significant strides in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood processing sector, having acquired PanaPesca, an Italy-based producer of refrigerated and frozen seafood, in January 2019. This acquisition highlights Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir commitment to Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood industry, alongside Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir oÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r investments in various sectors, including industrial tomato processing and technology. Their diverse portfolio reflects a strategic approach to enhancing operational capabilities across different industries while maintaining a focus on sustainability.

10. Triton Partners

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• Type: Private Equity
• Headquarters: Luxembourg
• Founded year: 1997
• Headcount: 201-500
• Number of deals in 2024: 6
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Triton Partners is a private equity investment firm based in Luxembourg, founded in 1997. The firm specializes in private equity and credit investments in European mid-market businesses, focusing on sectors such as Business Services, Industrial Tech, and Healthcare. Triton partners with management teams to address challenges and drive growth. Notably, Triton has made significant strides in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood processing industry with Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir acquisition of Geia Food from Norwegian private equity firm Credo Partners in April 2021. This move highlights Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir commitment to investing in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood sector. Additionally, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir diverse portfolio includes various acquisitions, such as Tetra and MacGregor, showcasing Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir operational expertise and ability to unlock potential in different industries, including seafood processing.

11. H2 Equity Partners

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• Type: Private Equity
• Headquarters: Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 1991
• Headcount: 11-50
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H2 Equity Partners is a private equity investment firm based in Amsterdam, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands, founded in 1991. The firm specializes in private equity investments in mid-sized companies across various sectors, providing hands-on support and consulting services to help management teams achieve growth and operational improvements. Notably, H2 Equity Partners has made significant investments in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood processing industry, including Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ acquisition of Klaas Puul, a Dutch shrimp processor, in 2016. This acquisition aimed to enhance Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ company's growth and innovation within Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood sector. Additionally, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y acquired Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ Oerlemans Foods division from Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ Dutch food group Vion in 2014, furÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨r demonstrating Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ir engagement in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ food processing industry, which may include seafood-related products. Their diverse portfolio and focus on operational improvements position Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨m as a relevant investor in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood processing space.

12. Rabo Ventures

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• Type: Venture Capital
• Headquarters: Utrecht, Utrecht, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 2002
• Headcount: 1-10
• Number of deals in 2024: 4
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Rabo Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Utrecht, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands, founded in 2002. The firm specializes in providing equity capital to established and transformative companies, as well as top-tier funds, primarily in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ Food & Agri and Sustainability sectors. Rabo Ventures aims to support major transitions that positively impact society and Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ environment through strategic partnerships and investment management. Notably, Rabo Ventures has been involved in significant transactions within Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood processing industry, including investments in Kingfish Zeeland, which secured funding for its expansion in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ EU and US markets, and The Kingfish Company, which raised over $14 million in post-IPO equity. These transactions highlight Rabo Ventures' commitment to supporting innovative seafood processing companies that focus on sustainable practices.

13. Gilde Buy Out Partners

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• Type: Private Equity
• Headquarters: Utrecht, Utrecht, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands
• Founded year: 1982
• Headcount: 11-50
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Gilde Buy Out Partners is a private equity firm based in Utrecht, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands, founded in 1982. The firm specializes in investment management and business transformation services, focusing on providing growth solutions to mid-market businesses across Europe. Notably, Gilde has been involved in significant transactions within Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood processing sector, including Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ acquisition of Heiploeg Beheer, a company engaged in seafood processing, in February 2006. This acquisition highlights Gilde's capability and interest in Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ seafood industry. Additionally, Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨y acquired CID Lines Group in 2010, a manufacturer of hygiene solutions for Å·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨ agricultural and food processing sectors, which may also intersect with seafood processing needs. These transactions demonstrate Gilde's strategic approach to enhancing operations and market presence in relevant industries.

Seafood Processing Insights: Key Investors in Benelux

Investor	Headquarter	Size	Founded	Deals 2024
	Utrecht, Utrecht, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	11-50	2013	2
	Brussels, Brussels, Belgium	201-500	1958	57
	Amersfoort, Utrecht, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	10001+	1994	1
	Luxembourg	1001-5000	2005	16
	Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium	1001-5000	2001	5
	Luxembourg	11-50	2018	8
	Rotterdam, South Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	10001+	1851	5
	Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	10001+	2019	21
	Strassen, Luxembourg, Luxembourg	11-50	2009	5
	Luxembourg	201-500	1997	6
	Amsterdam, North Holland, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	11-50	1991	0
	Utrecht, Utrecht, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	1-10	2002	4
	Utrecht, Utrecht, NeÅ·²©ÌåÓýƽ̨rlands	11-50	1982	0

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