Greenwave Aotearoa is paving the way for a sustainable seaweed aquaculture industry in Aotearoa New Zealand

Our Story

Founded by Dr Nigel Bradly with a vision to restore the mauri β€” life force and vitality β€” of Aotearoa New Zealand’s oceans and coastal communities, Greenwave Aotearoa is dedicated to advancing regenerative ocean farming. By combining traditional knowledge with innovative marine science, Greenwave Aotearoa cultivates scalable seaweed farming initiatives that strengthen local ecosystems, promote sustainable livelihoods, and support climate resilience.

Our team of experts includes leaders in marine biology, aquaculture, community engagement, and impact project management. Together, we are advancing a new model for ocean farming that creates opportunities for economic development while ensuring the health and restoration of our marine environments. Greenwave Aotearoa is committed to practical, impactful projects and partnerships that enhance biodiversity, contribute to blue carbon solutions, and empower communities through knowledge-sharing and sustainable development.

β€œWe know that domestically there is an eagerness to adopt practical ways to diversify the mussel and oyster farming industries and there is significant interest in seaweed farming. Regenerative ocean farming is emerging as an opportunity to leverage existing skill sets and aquaculture experience for positive social and environmental impact while enabling profitable business.”

Dr Nigel Bradly, EnviroStrat CEO

The Post-Pilot Greenwave Aotearoa Team

Dr Nigel Bradly

Founder

Dr Nigel Bradly portrait

Rebecca Barclay

Project Co-ordinator

Sophie Bradly

Blue Ventures Portfolio Director

Ryan Marchington

Aquaculture Science & Operations Lead

Peter Randrup

Seaweed Innovation Lead

Dr Will McKay

Investment and Commercialisation Lead

Liam Hansard

Save Our Scallops Project Manager

Liam Hansard portrait

Our Partners

The pilot project Steering Group has now been disbanded. We sincerely thank the pilot project Steering Group for all of their participation.

Laurie Beamish

Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki

Lucas Evans

Premium Seas

James Usmar

Forsyth Barr - Financial Advisor

Alison Smith

Communications Lead

Hamish Howard

General Manager

Huna Hough

Hatchery / Lab Technician

Bruce Hearn

APEX MARINE FARM LIMITED

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Our funding partners

We wish to acknowledge and thank our three year pilot project funders, provided by the Sustainable Food and Fibre Futures fund, administered by the Ministry for Primary Industries, EnviroStrat, impact investors and philanthropists. We also wish to thank GreenWave for their ongoing mentorship and support.

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