Leading the Next Generation of Offshore Aquaculture
Our Mission: Sustainable Protein for a Growing World
We are committed to advancing responsible aquaculture that protects marine ecosystems and delivers reliable protein to global markets. Our mission is to support nations in strengthening food security while promoting long-term environmental stewardship.
A Scalable Future for Offshore Food Production
Our vision is to transform offshore waters into sustainable, productive aquaculture zones powered by innovation, engineering excellence and responsible practices. We strive to build a resilient seafood supply chain capable of serving a growing global population.
Where Our Journey Started
Mariculture-Systems was founded with a clear objective: develop advanced offshore aquaculture solutions grounded in scientific research and marine engineering.
Over years of development, we refined our technologies, built strategic partnerships and shaped a unique model for scalable open-sea farming.
A Robust, Engineered System for Open-Sea Production
Global fish demand is accelerating, but traditional aquaculture faces biological, environmental and regulatory limits. Nearshore farms struggle with disease, pollution and limited space, while overfishing and IUU practices undermine global supply. A new, scalable offshore approach is required to ensure long-term food resilience.
Why the World Must Rethink Aquaculture
Mariculture-Systems pioneers advanced offshore aquaculture technologies designed to meet the world’s rising demand for sustainable, high-quality seafood. Our mission is to unlock the ocean’s potential using engineered open-sea systems, enabling large-scale production while protecting fragile coastal ecosystems.
A Global Market in Need of Sustainable Protein
The global food industry is shifting toward healthier, traceable, eco-friendly protein sources. Offshore aquaculture answers this demand by enabling high-quality fish production with reduced environmental conflict and stable year-round output.
Values That Shape Our Work
Innovation
Engineering smarter, safer offshore systems.
Responsibility
Protecting the environment and marine life.
Integrity
Transparent and science-based decision-making.
Excellence
Delivering reliable, high-performance aquaculture solutions.
Meet the Team Behind the Technology
The Project | Promoter
Yaron Bar-Tal
CEO
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Former CEO of Fluence Water Israel, wherehe led thedevelopment, sales and execution of large wastewater treatment and desalination projects around the world, including project development and financing. Yaron significantly boosted revenues and drove the company from loss to profitability.
Key projects:
Treatment and supply of 150,000 m³/day of drinking water in Ivory Coast, with a total project value of €165M.
Decentralised wastewater treatment plants in Philippines, with a total project value exceeding $15M.
Decentralised seawater desalination and wastewater treatment plants in Bahamas and Caribbean, totalling an estimated value of $18M. Two of these projects were executed under a Build-Own-Operate (BOO) model.Erection of a factory for the production of unique wastewater treatment products (“MABR”), with an annual production capacity of over $150M.
Education: MSc in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA, from Tel Aviv University.
Matan Rubin Hemmo
Co-Founder, Director
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Business Development
Matan Hemmo is a business entrepreneur, attorney, and executive with extensive experience in real estate development, strategic partnerships, and business growth. Throughout his career, he has founded and scaled companies across multiple industries and international markets, transforming business concepts into successful and growing enterprises.
With a legal background and significant experience in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), cross-border transactions, and international strategic partnerships, Matan combines commercial vision with strong execution capabilities.
As a co-founder of Mariculture Systems, Matan is focused on business development, strategic partnerships, investor relations, fundraising, and the commercialization of the Company’s offshore aquaculture solutions, supporting the Company’s international growth and expansion.
Amir Mushkat
COO
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With more than 50 years of experience in the maritime industry, Amir currently advises both the Israeli Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Transportation on key maritime projects. Previously, he served as Vice President of Sales at Internet-Gold (NASDAQ: IGLD) for seven years. Additionally, Amir played a pivotal role in the evolution and development of MS’ innovative offshore system.
Key projects:
§Day-to-day fish farming operations – Hands-on experience and expertise across aquaculture stages, including fish feeding, fingerling growth, service vessels, harvesting, etc.
§Business segment launch Grew a new business segment to $40M in sales.
Dolev Cohen
CFO
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Former Project Finance Director at Ormat Technologies, with over 10 years of experience in infrastructure and green energy.
Possesses deep expertise in project finance and M&A, supported by 7 years of corporate finance advisory experience at KPMG in Israel and the UK.
Key projects:
§$1.2B Project Financing in Indonesia – the world’s largest geothermal project at the time.
§$400M Project Financings in Africa, over 3 transactions – with US DFC and various European Development Financial Institutions
§$200M – US Tax Monetisations
Education: BA in Economics and Accounting from Tel Aviv University.
Eran Altman
Co-Founder, Director & VP Commercial
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Eran Altman is a business executive with extensive experience in real estate development, corporate strategy, and business growth. As a Board Member and Co-Managing Director of Globalinks Urban Renewal Ltd., he plays a leading role in the development and execution of dozens of urban renewal projects comprising thousands of residential units.
Eran serves as an active board member of several companies, bringing broad experience in corporate governance, strategic decision-making, and business development.
Prior to joining Globalinks, Eran served as
VP of Marketing & Strategy
at Gaon Investment House and later at Meitav Investment House, where he gained extensive experience in financial services, strategic planning, marketing, and business development.
As a Co-Founder and VP Commercial of Mariculture Systems, Eran is focused on commercial strategy, business development, strategic partnerships, investor relations, and supporting the Company’s international growth and expansion.
Education: MBA, specializing in Finance, Ono Academic College; BA in Social Sciences, Moreshet Yaacov College.
Portugal Team
The Project | Promoter
Peter Beringer
Portugal Country Manager
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Senior executive with 20+ years of experience driving business development and strategic transformations in industries facing technological disruption. He led innovative solutions in smart living, mobility, media, food, health, security, and energy sectors, and delivered successful business development, restructurings, and consultative sales for €50M-€100M SME/family businesses.
Key projects:
Project for Brainport Smart District – Helmond: Developed strategy for a Living Lab with Freedomlab, integrating smart, sustainable solutions across multiple sectors in subscription-based models.
Project Digital Transition: 3-year strategic transition to a customer-centric, ‘digital-first’ and ‘mobile-first’ business model, implemented across 40+ business units.
Education: Executive MBA from Nyenrode Business University & Simon Graduate School of Business
(Rochester, NY) and BSc in Commercial Economics & International Management from The Hague Business School.
Fausto Brito e Abreu
Deputy CEO
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Board Member at Consugal, overseeing the identification of new projects and opportunities in the Maritime Economy, Environment, and Renewable Energy sectors.
Fausto has held multiple government-appointed advisory roles in maritime policy and environmental issues, namely at the Portugal Ministry of Sea, Ministry of Environment and Spatial Planning , Regional Government of Azores and EU Council. Previously, he built a strong financial foundation in Investment Banking (Sales and Trading) at Goldman Sachs and Deutsche Bank in London.
Key projects:
§Oversight Portugal’s National Strategy for the Sea (2021-2030);
§Regional minister with responsibility for fisheries and aquaculture, maritime policy, oceanographic exploration, conservation of marine ecosystems,etc.
Education: Doctorate in Zoology (D. Phil) from University of Oxford, and a BSc in Biology from University of Lisbon.
Key projects:
§$1.2B Project Financing in Indonesia – the world’s largest geothermal project at the time.
§$400M Project Financings in Africa, over 3 transactions – with US DFC and various European Development Financial Institutions
§$200M – US Tax Monetisations
Education: BA in Economics and Accounting from Tel Aviv University.
Paulo Serra Lopes
COO
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Extensive experience in maritime life infrastructures and aquaculture projects across Portugal, Morocco, Turkey, Mozambique, Guinea-Bissau, São Tomé & Príncipe, and Angola. He initiated the first offshore aquaculture projects in the Azores and, currently, he is a board member at several aquaculture companies in Portugal.
Key projects:
§Lisbon Oceanarium – Director and Project Manager for the construction and launch, having been awarded the honorary title of Commander of the Order of Merit.
§Mora River Aquarium (“Fluviário de Mora”) – Technical Director for the construction and launch.
§Founded AQUAZOR in Azores – Projects of offshore aquaculture for fish and seaweed, alongside several biotechnology initiatives with macro-seaweed.
§First Offshore cage in Azores – Led the first production of Seriola in 2021
§Founded AVOS (Added Value Offshore Systems) – Development of offshore wind energy applications in aquaculture and ocean monitoring.
Education: BSc in Marine Biology from University of Lisbon, and post-graduation courses in Aquaculture in Taiwan and the USA.Key projects:
§Day-to-day fish farming operations – Hands-on experience and expertise across aquaculture stages, including fish feeding, fingerling growth, service vessels, harvesting, etc.
§Business segment launch – Grew a new business segment to $40M in sales.