Hatch Blue Ltd

Hatch Blue is a global venture capital firm specializing in sustainable aquaculture and alternative seafood investments. Established in 2017, the firm operates from multiple locations, including Cork, Ireland, and Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Hatch Blue focuses on early-stage startups that are innovating in areas such as aquaculture, marine biotechnology, blue carbon, and alternative seafood. Hatch Blue supports startups through its accelerator programs, notably the Crest Accelerator, which offers a hybrid model combining virtual mentoring with on-site industry trips to locations like Norway, Singapore, and Hawaii. The firm also runs various funds, including the Hatch Accelerator Fund II, which recently secured €75 million to invest in companies developing scalable and sustainable solutions for the blue economy. The firm’s investments typically range from $75,000 in early-stage funding via SAFE notes to more significant follow-on investments, helping startups not just with capital but also strategic guidance, industry connections, and tailored innovation support. Hatch Blue's portfolio includes companies like AquaSend, GreenSage Prebiotics, and Living Seas Aquafeeds, demonstrating its commitment to fostering transformative technologies in the aquaculture sector.