ApplicationMiami, Florida, USAFounded 2019· One of 370 Application companies tracked by AMPulse
ReefLine offers 3D-printed artificial coral reef systems designed to enhance marine biodiversity and protect coastlines by mimicking natural reef structures.
CEO / Founder
Ximena Caminos
Stage
Active
Total Funding
$6.5M
Latest Round
Grant
Key Investors
City of Miami Beach, Knight Foundation, Blavatnik Foundation, Global Fund for Coral Reefs
The Reef Ball Foundation; Coral Reef Alliance; OceanGate
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Significant media attention and public interest with initial installations planned.
Major Milestones
["Announcement and planning phase completed","Initial 3D-printed reef structures being prepared for installation","Concrete Coral deployed October 2025 — first monumental installation off Miami Beach"]
ReefLine produces 3D-printed artificial coral reef systems that mimic natural reef geometry to enhance marine biodiversity and provide coastal protection. The company applies ceramic and composite additive manufacturing to fabricate large-scale, site-specific structures that can be deployed in shallow coastal waters. This approach contrasts with traditional artificial reef methods, which often rely on concrete modules or repurposed materials that lack the micro-scale surface complexity needed for coral larvae settlement.
The core technology centers on rapid, scalable 3D printing of reef modules using materials compatible with marine environments. Each structure can be tailored to local hydrodynamics, water chemistry, and target species, enabling integration with ongoing restoration projects. ReefLine targets municipal governments, coastal communities, and environmental organizations seeking nature-based infrastructure solutions. The City of Miami and local environmental groups are named early customers, with initial installations planned for South Florida waters.
ReefLine has raised $6.5 million from investors including the City of Miami Beach, Knight Foundation, Blavatnik Foundation, and Global Fund for Coral Reefs. The company competes with established players like the Reef Ball Foundation and Coral Reef Alliance, but differentiates through the geometric precision and customization enabled by 3D printing. An open question is whether ceramic 3D-printed structures can achieve the durability and ecological performance required for long-term coastal defense at a cost competitive with conventional concrete reef balls.
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