NEWS

London, 9th April 2025 – MMYW and ARK are pleased to announce a groundbreaking Global Strategic Partnership to transform the seafood and sustainable food chain industries through financial innovation, food technology incubation, and sustainable sourcing.

This partnership is founded on three key pillars:

1. Finance & Investment

   
   

   MMYW and ARK will collaborate on financial strategies, including accounting, fund formation, and investment frameworks, to support sustainable growth and expansion in the seafood and sustainable food chain sectors.

2. Incubation & Food Tech

   
   

   The two companies will foster the development of innovative food technologies, incubating new ventures that contribute to the industry’s future.

   
   

3. Sushi & Seafood Sourcing

   
   

   Leveraging their combined expertise, MMYW and ARK will enhance the global sourcing and distribution of premium seafood, ensuring sustainability and top-tier quality.

   
   

“This strategic alliance marks a significant milestone in our mission to redefine the global seafood and sustainable food chain landscape, leveraging the Italian and Japanese heritage we share,” said Andrea Rasca, Founder and CEO of MMYW. “Together, we aim to create new opportunities that drive innovation and long-term sustainability for future generations.”

Yo Kurihara, Co-Founder and Group CEO of ARK, added, “By combining our strengths, we can revolutionize the way seafood is sourced, food technology is developed, and financial structures are built in the industry.”

The partnership takes effect immediately, with both companies actively working on joint projects and initiatives. Further details will be announced in the coming months.

About MMYW

MMyWORLD (MMYW) is Movimento Metropolitano(MoM)’s global hub, advancing regenerative food systems through markets, Food Tech, education, and strategic advisory. It redefines Food & Hospitality with innovative, community-focused concepts while developing the first regenerative, ESG-compliant ecosystem, setting new sustainability standards in the industry.

About ARK

ARK is a Japanese research-driven startup focused on “LET THE OCEAN REST, CREATE YOUR OWN”—creating land-based marine environments to help the ocean recover. It develops, manufactures, and sells small-scale, decentralised, closed-loop aquaculture systems, enabling anyone, anywhere.

MMYWORLD Press Contact:Titti@mmyworld.com

ARK Press Contact: hello@ark.inc

Sushi TONARI in Mercato Mayfair co-founded by this collaboration in 2023 with Yoshiki Hatano of “TONARI" Winner of the Michelin BIB Gourmand sushi bar in Tokyo.