Bluegreen successfully launched last week FishGlobe 3.5K and FishGlobe 10K, two autonomous floating closed-containment fish farming systems now heading for testing and final delivery. The structures were built by Bluegreen, while the technology was developed, installed, and is owned by Fishglobe Technologies in Rogaland. The project has been ongoing since the summer of 2024 and has involved a large, interdisciplinary team consisting of plastic mechanics, engineers, and other skilled workers.
“Moving such massive structures through the shipyard and into the sea requires both precision and solid teamwork. It’s incredibly rewarding to see how our team handles the job with such high quality and safety,” said Geir Andresen, Sales and Marketing Director at Bluegreen.
The operation began with the globes being transported via small hydraulic transport systems across Frier Vest, through the area where Grenland Harbour is currently building a new “smart quay,” and out to the dock where the iconic crane Uglen -with a lifting capacity of 800 tons- was anchored. The globes were launched into the sea and towed to Arendal for inspection, testing, and final preparations before being shipped to their international customer.
The Next Chapter Begins
The structures were built by Bluegreen, while the technology was developed, installed, and is owned by Fishglobe Technologies in Rogaland. “It’s impressive to see how well the interaction between design, production, and logistics works. This really shows what we can achieve when technology and craftsmanship go hand in hand,” commented Andresen.
With the yard now cleared after the launch, the next chapter begins: construction of a FishGlobe with a capacity of 30,000 cubic meters. “We’ve already been producing the panels for some time, and now that the two first globes are launched, we have the space to begin assembly. We’re excited to get started on this next project,” said Andresen.
New Addition to Prioritize Fish Health and Biological Factors
Some days before the launch, Bluegreen welcomed an important new addition to their team, the marine biologist Ina Kristine Andersen, who will be a key step toward ensuring fish welfare and environmental quality in every project. “As Bluegreen’s very first biologist, Andersen marks a new chapter in our commitment to sustainable aquaculture solutions,” they said.
“Having a marine biologist on the team is a big step forward. As we bring the Marine Donut technology to new markets, we must adapt it to different ecosystems and environmental conditions. Ensuring optimal fish welfare at all times requires this kind of in-house expertise,” assured CTO Henrik Thorstensen.
Andersen is 27 years old and from Skien, in Norway. She holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from Kristiansand and a master’s degree in marine biology from Australia, where she also worked at a sea turtle research center, gaining hands-on experience with water quality and marine ecosystems.
After a few years abroad, Andersen recently returned home to Skien – and her path to Bluegreen was a bit serendipitous: “I was looking for a relevant job nearby and got a tip to reach out to Bluegreen. I just asked straight up: ‘Do you need a marine biologist?’ – and then I got the job! It’s amazing to land a full-time position that’s so relevant to my education – and in my hometown, no less.”
Andersen joined the company a few weeks ago and she is already working closely with engineers, the design team, and international partners – including in Canada – to ensure that Bluegreen’s technologies always prioritize fish health and biological factors.
And she finishes: “I’m excited to bring the biological perspective into the mix – and serve as a bridge between biology and technology. There’s a lot of exciting work going on here, and I can’t wait to get started!”
