Powerful Partnerships for a Cleaner Ocean and a Sustainable Future

Powerful Partnerships for a Cleaner Ocean and a Sustainable Future

Discover Our Partners

Our partners

In the realm of partnerships, Healthy Seas stands firm in its commitment to collaboration as the cornerstone of our mission . For the past decade, our powerful partnerships have driven impactful marine conservation and fostered a circular economy. With the unwavering support
of our partners, we have expanded our reach, disseminating our message of marine litter mitigation, circular economy, and biodiversity preservation across various sectors worldwide. Our partners amplify our impact by engaging their employees, customers, and investors in our cause.

Partnering with Healthy Seas can take many forms, and we are open to exploring custom collaborations to achieve our shared goals.

Pascal Van Erp, Deputy Director of the Foundation
Our partners range from

Our partners range from

those focusing on our core pillars—clean-ups, education, and prevention—through regular or bespoke projects, to those integrating our mission into their CSR strategies and supporting all our activities.

Whether using ECONYL® yarn by Aquafil in their products, providing recycling or logistics support, offering mobility services during our missions, lending expertise, or giving us visibility in various industries and cultural areas, each partner plays a crucial role in our journey.

Together, we can create a cleaner ocean and a more sustainable future.

Our Current Partners

FOUNDING PARTNERS

Ghost Diving

Non-profit
Is an international non-profit organization of volunteer technical divers specialized in the removal of lost fishing gear and other marine debris since 2009. The organization was formerly known as Ghost Fishing.

Aquafil

Synthetic fiber producer
One of the main producers of nylon 6 in Italy and in the world. In 2011 Aquafil implemented ECONYL® Regeneration System, an innovative system that produces nylon 6 from pre and post-consumer waste.

Forebel

Sustainable Socks
Forebel was the first in line to take on the journey from waste to wear with their Healthy Seas Socks collection. Since its establishment in 1996, Forebel has licensed socks to several well-known brands and has become a trusted sock-partner for the international retail market.

ASSOCIATE PARTNER MEMBERS

Hyundai Motor Europe

Car Manufacturer
Hyundai is a pioneer in zero-emission mobility. In 2020, more than 13% of Hyundai cars sold in Europe were zero-emission vehicles, making Hyundai one of the leading manufacturers in terms of fleet share as well as total sales of zero-emission vehicles in Europe.

DWS

Asset Managers
German asset management company. It previously operated as part of Deutsche Bank until 2018 where it became a separate entity through an initial public offering on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.

Karün

Eyewear
Karün is a Chilean B Corp based in Patagonia that creates high-quality eyewear in a very different way; using reclaimed, natural and/or noble materials and working alongside local communities in Patagonia as a way of empowering them to protect their wild territories.

Carvico

Fabrics Producer
For over 50 years Carvico SpA has been producing stretch, warp knitted fabrics for swimwear, sportswear, underwear and outerwear. The key concept which has shaped Carvico SpA DNA has always been a deep respect for both people and the environment and this has translated in a more socially responsible vision of business and the willingness to create a more sustainable future.

Jersey Lomellina

Fabrics Producer
Jersey Lomellina is a consolidated business producing circular knitted, high-tech fabrics for beachwear, lingerie, sportswear and outerwear, operating both in the national and international market.

OVS

Clothing
OVS is Italy’s top brand of clothing for women, men and kids. OVS offers everyone the opportunity to wear Italian style at affordable prices.

Object Carpet

Carpet Manufacturer
At OBJECT CARPET, beauty and practicality always go hand in hand. The carpets are durable and robust, with an exciting colour palette. All OBJECT CARPET styles are also free from harmful emissions and are bitumen-free, latex-free, and PVC-free. They bear the German Federal Environmental Agency’s Blue Angel ecolabel, have been tested by TÜV and are suitable for people with allergies.

Associated Weavers

Carpet Manufacturer
European manufacturer of tufted carpet. Thanks to a focus on innovation the company is one of the leading lights on the carpet market.

Breitling

Watches
Since 1884, Breitling has established a global reputation for high-precision timepieces, its pioneering role in the development of the wrist chronograph, and its uncompromising commitment to design excellence. Renowned for its spirit of innovation, it has also earned a place of privilege in the worlds of science, sport, and technology.

National Postcode Lottery

Charity Lottery
The Nationale Postcode Loterij is the biggest charity lottery in the Netherlands. Forty percent of the proceeds of this lottery are donated amongst 81 charities, which, in 2010 amounted to over 270 million euros.

Bracenet

Accessories
Bracenet upcycles recovered ghost nets into beautiful accessories by hand. The results are bracelets, dog leashes, keychains and more – successful conversation starters – since their original fishing net appearance works as a reminder of the ghost net issue.

Friedmans

Fabrics Wholesaler
Friedmans has been converting and wholesaling elastane fabrics for Swim, Gym and dance industries. From our global headquarters, we continually re-assess how we work, and how we can implement energy efficient systems to help reduce waste, energy usage and unnecessary pollution.

Ten Square Games

Game Developer
Ten Square Games is a Polish mobile game developer, with headquarters in Wrocław and additional studios in Warsaw, Berlin, Bucharest and Verona. The company focuses on the production of hobby games in a free-to-play distribution model.

ASSOCIATE PARTNER DONORS

Dr.Belter

Cosmetics
DR.BELTER® is a family-run high-end cosmetics business in the North of Germany. By choosing DR.BELTER® skincare, users can join us in this endeavor

Arena

Swimwear
Arena S.p.A. is an Italian manufacturing company of competitive swimwear. The company is currently headquartered in Tolentino, Italy. It has subsidiaries in France, Germany, and the United States, and also operates through a global network of distributors and licensees.

Earnest

Sustainability App
Introduce employees to the topic of sustainability, inspire applicants with your commitment and realize measurable savings. Easy and quick to implement.

Gamomat

Game Developer
German-based online game developer focusing on delivering an outstanding gaming experience for slot fans.

Ambiberica

Waste Management

SUPPORTING PARTNERS

Impactful Partner Projects

Operation Deep Blue Legacy: A Triumph of Conservation and Collaboration

2 August 2024

We are thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of Operation Deep Blue Legacy. This project has been a remarkable journey, supported by our dedicated partners and aimed at safeguarding our underwater heritage and marine ecosystems. Celebrating Success and Impact Over the course of 11 intensive dives, our team of seven divers tackled challenging conditions in […]

Healthy Seas and Hyundai Launch Extensive Operation

29 May 2024

May 29th, 2024 – Western Greece – Healthy Seas, in collaboration with Hyundai, has successfully inaugurated an extensive clean-up operation targeting abandoned fish farms along the Western Greece coast. This initiative, which began with a ten-day intensive clean-up, marks the start of a year-long commitment to reclaim polluted and dangerous waters, promoting healthier marine environments […]

Milestone Moment: Healthy Seas Launches First-Ever Lake Cleanup at UNESCO Heritage Lake Ohrid

2 October 2023

At Healthy Seas, our focus is on marine conservation – however, our mission has always been: We go where the problem is – or to quote Pascal van Erp, founder of Ghost Diving and Deputy Director of Healthy Seas: “Ghost fishing gear is everywhere, but so are we!” Our upcoming mission will lead us to […]

Cultivating Ocean Custodians: Healthy Seas and Hyundai’s Educational Expedition

17 October 2023

Ever wondered what unfolds when young minds venture beyond the classroom into the heart of our vast and mesmerizing ocean? Well, wonder no more! At Healthy Seas, we have once again partnered with Hyundai to set sail on an exhilarating educational voyage that’s leaving a lasting impact on the environmental champions of tomorrow. In a […]

In Los Angeles with DWS and the Lakers

14 April 2022

We are grateful to have been a part of DWS‘ Global Coaching Workshop that took place between April 6-8, in Los Angeles, California. DWS has been supporting us since 2020. Through their generous donations we were able to purchase our first ghost net recovery vessel, the MAKO, carry out numerous cleanups all over Europe and make […]

Healthy Seas, Karün and Chaint Afrique collaborate with Ghanaian fishing communities to reduce the impact of ALDFG and promote recycling

27 May 2024

In April 2024, Healthy Seas, in partnership with Chaint Afrique and Karün, embarked on a landmark journey to Keta, Ghana’s Volta Region and home of Lake Volta, the biggest man-made lake in the world. This marked Healthy Seas’ first project in Africa and signalled the beginning of a new partnership focused on raising awareness about […]

Healthy Seas Dives into the Future with Svan Project by Hyundai

27 September 2023

Let’s Dive In: Healthy Seas in Lake Starnberg with Hyundai Ever heard of a beach cleanup using robots? Yep, you read it right! Hyundai, alongside the Technical University of Munich (TUM), is taking a bold step towards cleaner oceans with their Svan Project. And guess what? We, Healthy Seas, got a front-row seat to this awesome […]

LA Lakers Legend, Robert Horry, joined us in IJmuiden

9 July 2022

On August 2nd, we welcomed representatives of our partner DWS onboard our ghost net recovery vessel, the MAKO. With them, they brought a very special guest: 7-time NBA champion, Robert Horry, aka Big Shot Rob! It was a great opportunity to exchange stories and to get him inspired about ocean conservation, which will hopefully lead to some […]

Exploring Marine Litter and Ocean Plastic: A Recap of the ECONYL® Academy Webinar

25 April 2024

At Healthy Seas, we’re committed to making a tangible impact on the problem of marine litter and ocean plastic. We recently partnered with our founding partner, Aquafil and the ECONYL® Academy to host a webinar for business audiences that delved into these critical issues, highlighting the activities and collaborations central to our mission. Presented by […]

They used to catch fish, now they catch balls, with SV Werder Bremen and BRACENET

10 October 2022

On September 24th, SV Werder Bremen’s farewell match of Claudio Pizarro was at the same time a premiere: the world’s first goal nets made of former fishing nets completed their first match day. These “fishers’ goal nets” were the result of a cooperation with BRACENET, together with whom we have been fighting for cleaner seas for […]

Healthy Seas: Save your breath – Underwater Livestream from Santorini

8 May 2018

On June 8th, join Healthy Seas, Cousteau Divers and Carvico for a journey from waste to wear as we celebrate World Oceans Day on the beautiful island of Santorini, in Greece! The Event On June 8th, World Oceans Day, together with diving partners Ghost Fishing and Atlantis Dive Center, we will be removing a huge ghost net from the […]