Sandbar Oyster
Sandbar Oyster Co., a NC-based firm, innovates biodegradable materials to restore oyster habitats and boost the industry.
Founded
2009Sandbar Oyster Co., a NC-based firm, innovates biodegradable materials to restore oyster habitats and boost the industry.
Sandbar Oyster Company, founded by marine scientist Niels Lindquist and commercial fisherman David “Clammerhead” Cessna, is based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The company’s core mission is to restore oyster habitats, reverse the decline in oyster populations, protect shorelines, and revitalize the oyster industry. They offer innovative biodegradable composite materials, such as the Oyster Catcher™ substrate, designed for habitat restoration and living shorelines. Their market focus includes environmental conservation and the coastal marketplace.
Notable affiliated individuals include co-founders Niels Lindquist, a professor at the UNC Institute of Marine Science, and David Cessna. Sandbar Oyster Company has made significant strides in environmental impact by developing sustainable solutions that support marine ecosystems. Their achievements include successful habitat restoration projects and contributions to shoreline protection, demonstrating a strong overall impact on both the environment and the oyster industry.
Companies similar to Sandbar Oyster include Hummock Island, Mere Point Oyster Company, Lobster Unlimited and The Local Oyster.
Sandbar Oyster was founded in 2009.
Sandbar Oyster's headquarters is located in Chapel Hill, NC, US.
Sandbar Oyster's most recent funding round was for $50k (USD) in June 2016.
As of Jun 9, 2016, Sandbar Oyster has raised a total of $50k (USD).
Sandbar Oyster has 5 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.
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