Pioneering sustainable biotech from Norway
Silex Ocean is a Norwegian biotech company producing high-value bioactive compounds from microalgae through proprietary, carbon-negative cultivation technology.
Our Mission
To become a leading global supplier of premium bioactive compounds from microalgae, serving the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmetic industries with sustainable, pharma-grade ingredients that replace synthetic alternatives.
Our Vision
A world where high-value bioactive compounds are produced sustainably from nature's most efficient organisms — microalgae — eliminating dependency on synthetic chemistry and non-renewable resources.
The People Behind Silex Ocean
Ove Lerdahl
Chairman
Leads strategy and business development, drawing on his background in bioproduction and finance.
Enrique Fernando Artigas
CEO
Heads the company's execution, implementing AI for yield optimization and overseeing market risks tied to funding strategies.
Dr. Abhay Kumar
Process Development & Research
Oversees the entire value chain from concept to market-ready product through deep scientific expertise.
Truls Haugsrud
COO, Operations & Cultivation
Innovator behind the cultivation system with over 12 years of operational experience.
Dr. Jørn Siljeholm
Scientific Advisor
Drives chemical analysis and industry partnerships through extensive theoretical and practical expertise.
Tommy Schierning
Engineering & Construction Lead
Manages technical equipment while contributing to business development initiatives.
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We'd love to discuss how our bioactive compounds can serve your needs.
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