Aquaculture Magazine reports:
They also obtained the approval to settle in Prince Edward Island, in the Canadian Rural Municipality of Victoria
The Norwegian company Amar Seafood informed some days ago that they have been granted with licenses for the farming of Atlantic Halibut in Froya, Trondelag, Norway. For them, this marks an exciting milestone for us as we expand our production with a new location. With three licenses totaling 2,340 tons, Amar Seafood will gradually scale up production, while utilizing the location also as an R&D site to test and improve equipment and operational solutions.
“It’s exciting to see a new species being introduced to Frøya, a municipality known for its aquaculture expertise. We have brought together a unique team with over 100 years of combined experience in farming salmon and other marine species. Together with a good location with right current, temperature and ideal protection, this provides the perfect foundation for halibut farming in Norway,” said Anders Sæther, CCO Seafood at Amar.
The site on Krutøya is a historic aquaculture location, now being repurposed for halibut farming. From Amar Seafood thanked Trøndelag County Municipality for supporting their efforts to further develop Norway’s aquaculture industry.
Farming Atlantic halibut and spotted wolffish in Canada
Some weeks before, Amar Seafood announced a major milestone in their journey towards sustainable seafood production this time in Canada, more precisely in Prince Edward Island (PEI). The Rural Municipality of Victoria, PEI, has officially approved the development permit for their state-of-the-art land-based aquaculture facility. This development represents a significant step forward, not only for Amar Seafood but also for the local community.
Construction is set to begin in Spring 2025, with full operations expected by early 2026. As we embark on this new chapter, we look forward to creating jobs, supporting the local economy, and continuing to meet the growing demand for sustainable, high-quality seafood.
The new facility is set to become the largest land-based aquaculture operation in Eastern Canada. With an annual production capacity exceeding 600 tons, it will focus on farming Atlantic Halibut and Spotted Wolffish – two species known for their premium quality and sustainable farming potential.
“I am pleased that our municipality was provided with this tremendous opportunity to become the home for this operation. This aquaculture facility will help meet increasing consumer demand for sustainable seafood, create local job opportunities, and contribute to the province’s economic growth,” said Mayor Martin.
According to the, more than just a production site, the new building was intended to celebrate the region’s heritage. From Amar Seafood explained that the design incorporates architectural elements that reflect the local charm and includes an interpretation center. This center will provide an opportunity for visitors to learn about the aquaculture process and Amar Seafood’s role in delivering sustainable seafood to the world.
The company declared its gratefulness to the municipality for their collaboration, as well as the Victoria Business Association for welcoming us into the local business community.
Lasse Langhelle, new Production Manager for Broodstock and Juveniles
Aiming to achieve they objectives, in last December the company introduced Lasse Langhelle, their new Production Manager for Broodstock and Juveniles, the new asset of the company began his aquaculture journey in 2004 as an apprentice at the Institute of Marine Research in Austevoll. Since then, he has explored nearly every corner of the industry, gaining hands-on experience with salmon smolt production, cod farming, cleaner fish, and halibut breeding!
Starting January 1st, Lasse joined forces with his brother Thomas Langhelle, who has been working with Amar Seafood since 2020. Lasse and Thomas both share the passion for marine fish, and it’s safe to say that they have big plans for the future of marine fish aquaculture.
Joining Amar Seafood as Production Manager for Broodstock and Juveniles, Lasse took on the primary responsibility for overseeing the company’s broodstock and juveniles’ production, working closely with their departments in Otter Ferry, Scotland and on PEI, Canada. “Lasse’s broad knowledge and dedication to marine fish aquaculture make him a perfect fit for our team. We’re excited to see how his experience will drive innovation and success in his new role,” they said.
