empowering life to thrive
PLANKTON FIRST
We unleash the full potential of phytoplankton, harnessing its natural complexity to impulse a triple good:
Good for life
Empowering public health and disease prevention through our phytoplankton solutions.
Good for change
Cultivating enduring partnerships with purpose-driven companies committed to long-term impact.
Good for the planet
Championing a sustainable, green supply chain that prioritizes environmental well-being.
Our story
Plankton First is a Swiss biotech company unlocking the power of phytoplankton for modern nutrition. With NannOcea®, our premium microalgae ingredient from Nannochloropsis oceanica, we deliver clean plant-based omega-3, complete protein, and key nutrients - nourishing people while protecting the planet.
Our production site in Greece, lies in a protected Natura 2000 area and combines pristine seawater, abundant sunlight, and advanced algae cultivation technology. We manage the full value chain, from culture to packaging, to ensure high quality, full traceability, and minimal environmental impact.
Our mission is simple: to nourish life in ways that support both human wellbeing and planetary health. Inspired by phytoplankton, Earth’s original life form, we believe this microscopic organism holds the key to a healthier, more sustainable future.
Meet NannOcea®
NannOcea® is a naturally nutrient-dense microalgae powder. It delivers a powerful combination of bioavailable omega-3 EPA, complete plant protein, and a broad spectrum of essential micronutrients - all in a single ingredient.
But first, what is phytoplankton?
Phytoplankton are small, photosynthetic organisms that drift in aquatic environments, such as oceans, lakes, and rivers. These organisms are of great importance for the origin of life.
Acting as the foundation of the food chain in numerous marine and freshwater ecosystems, these small, single-celled algae play a vital role. Beyond their impact on the food chain, phytoplankton also contribute significantly to global carbon cycle.
By absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and releasing oxygen through photosynthesis, they shape the delicate balance of our planet's ecosystems. Scientists estimate that at least 50 percent of the oxygen in our atmosphere has been produced by phytoplankton.
Natural, renewable and sustainable
Through photosynthesis, phytoplankton provide us the oxygen we need to breathe
Every ton of phytoplankton consumes up to 1.8 tons of CO₂
They are autotrophic: they produce their own food using light, water and carbon dioxide
They are safe to eat
They can grow on non-arable land making them the most sustainable source of nutrients
Highly Nutritious
Phytoplankton are the first step in the aquatic food chain, thus the first natural food
They are the most nutrient-rich organism on the planet: high quality complete proteins, all 9 essential amino acids, rich in omega 3, 6, 7, 9
They are a high source of polysaccharides with natural antibacterial properties
They are 100% natural, allergen-free and vegan
A multitude of market opportunities
Dietary Supplements
Food
Cosmetics
