Biofuels generated from farmed algae.
An investment into South Africa’s goal of net zero CO2 emissions and rural communities’ development.
3rd Generation Biofuels
Pioneering a consumer ready net zero CO2 alternative to fossil fuels, that does not require investment into transport infrastructure. Our fuels require no changes to engines nor the distribution network.
Why SeaH4?
Minimal technology
risk.
Minimal technology risk:
- All three base technologies we rely on:
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- Land based algae farming.
- Biogas production.
- Gas processing and GTL.
Are well established in South Africa and globally. Their production rates, risks, CAPEX and OPEX are well established. We combined all three, each interface being a standard outcome of the former and a standard input to the following process. This wile assessing each step for optimisation and circular use of by products.
No patents or intellectual property limitations.
Learn MoreNo patents or intellectual property limitations:
The processes are well established in their respective industries and do not rely on patents or IP limitations.
- We rely on well established technologies, which are readily available, without having to pay license fees for IP or patents.
Easy to scale up and duplicate.
Learn MoreEasy to scale up & duplicate:
- The bigger the better. The ROI and IRR improve through economy of scale.
- Whereas originally designed to be deployed along South Africa’s West Coast, our home, we have identified multiple areas around the world where the project could be duplicated. Where labour is in short supply we can increase the level of automatization. In areas with large tidal ranges and benign weather seas, such as the western shores of the Middle East, we can activate further optimisations.
Flexible exit strategies at various stages of the project.
Learn MoreFlexible exit strategies at various stages of the project:
- We have identified a range of exit strategies throughout the various stages of our development. Talk to us.
Net zero CO2 now.
Learn MoreNet zero CO2 now:
- All components needed are proven in operation and readily available on the open market.
- We can realise full production within 5 years
- The critical path is largely based on licensing and permitting of energy production.
Adaptable concept.
Learn MoreAdaptable concept:
- The project can be scaled.
- It can be adapted for level of automatization
- We can switch between LNG, CNG and biodiesel.
- The algae in itself and the by products are valuable.
No Requirement but Opportunity for Subsidies.
Learn MoreNo Requirement but Opportunity for Subsidies::
- The project has been designed to be profitable without the need for subsidies.
- Subsidies come at the risk of delays to the progress. We will assess any opportunity for a subsidy for its impact on the overall timeline.
- The project fits the criteria for various subsidies in South Africa and from international organisations for
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- Blue economy.
- Green economy.
- Biofuels.
- Net zero CO2.
- Creating sustainable jobs.
- Providing new job opportunities to former fishing communities.
- Developing rural communities.
- Farming
Ahead of the Curve.
Learn MoreAhead of the Curve:
- All technology is fully proven.
- We have run all crucial production models.
- We have a cire team established that combines all core expertise and experience.
- We are currently in the detailed design phase.
- We are expecting full implementation within 5 to 7 years from initial funding.
Potential
A range of other industries can directly benefit from our production. These synergy potentials offer the opportunity to create production hubs in rural areas, which do not otherwise have access to good infrastructure. Sectors with synergy potential are:
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The Team
Our founding team comprises of 4 individuals who all have a long standing history of realising projects successfully. Each member is bringing a unique and focussed skillset, totalling in excess of 80 years of professional development.

Gcobisa Nosilela
DIRECTOR
Business and People Management

Johannes Bochdalofsky
FOUNDER
Engineer and Project Manager

Bas de Vos
Algae Specialist
PdD candidate for marine aqua farming

Raymond Kalley
Advisor
Director of Reliance Capital