Cermaq Norway has revealed that Knut Ellekjær has decided to leave the company and that Kristin Hurum will take over the management of the company in the northern country. Kristin Hurum (56) has a degree in Business Organization and has worked in banking and consultancy before joining Cermaq. Currently HR, Quality and Sustainability Director, she has worked at Cermaq for...
By Aker QRILL Company Winter is a challenging period for farmed salmon, as cold temperatures significantly impact their metabolism, causing all physiological processes to slow down. This slowdown affects processes like digestion, immune responses, and the recovery time of the skin and mucosal layers following procedures that compromise their integrity. Consequently, fish health is particularly vulnerable during this time. Recently, another critical...
By dsm-firmenich The 2024 Excellence in Sustainable Aquaculture and Fisheries Award winner was Naomi D. Smith from the University of Plymouth UK dsm-firmenich, the leading innovator in nutrition, health and beauty, awarded Naomi D. Smith for Excellence in Sustainable Aquaculture and Fisheries. Ms. Smith ranked as the top student from the MSc Sustainable Aquaculture program in the School of Biological...
They secured the option to acquire 100% of the shares of the company in the European country Maiken Foods, headquartered in Caspar Storms, Oslo, announced some days ago that has entered into an agreement with Atlantic Sapphire Denmark to lease their land-based fish farm in Langsand. In addition to the important milestone for Maiken Foods the company has secured an...
Mowi has entered into an agreement with Vigner Olaisen to acquire its controlling stake in Nova Sea, leveraging the strong joint position in one of the world’s best areas for salmon farming. The international leader company will pay USD 660.31 million for Vigner Olaisen’s 46% stake in Nova Sea through 30% settlement in Mowi shares and 70% in cash. Mowi...
By The Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers Skytop Springs Fish Farm is 37th company to join the 100% Great Lakes Fish Pledge which aims to prevent waste and promote the sustainable use of fish Family-owned, sustainable fish farm Skytop Springs Fish Farm has signed the “100% Great Lakes Fish Pledge,” publicly committing to using 100% of each fish it...
By Ace Aquatec Global leader in food processing solutions, JBT Marel, names Ace Aquatec as preferred supplier of fish stunning solutions JBT Marel, a global leader in food processing solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Ace Aquatec, a global pioneer of in-water electric fish stunning systems. The partnership highlights a shared commitment to driving positive change in fish slaughter,...
By King Street Capital Management King Street Capital Management ("King Street"), a leading global alternative investment firm, and Tor Investment Management ("Tor"), a leading independent alternative credit manager in Asia, today announced a USD 110 million financing solution for Soul of Japan ("SOJ"), a 10KT land-based Atlantic salmon farm project in Tsu City, Japan. SOJ is backed by 8F Asset Management ("8F"), an impact-focused private equity firm. The financing will...
Aquaculture Magazine reports: The company in Norway is ready to be audited for the Aquaculture Stewardship Council Feed Standard The global company BioMar reported a few days ago that their latest research has shed light on the aquafeed challenges associated with waterborne feeding systems. This new feeding system technology is gaining traction amongst salmon farmers for its potential to reduce...
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...
By Blue Food Innovation Summit 2025 As the global food system adapts to a growing population and a changing climate, the Blue Food Innovation Summit returns to London to unite global leaders and drive change with breakthrough solutions, investment and collaboration to build a resilient, sustainable aquatic practice and regenerate ocean ecosystems. Visionary decision-makers will unite on 8-9 April 2025,...
By FAI Launched on January, 22th, “Tilapia Behavior and Welfare Indicators:from foraging to humane slaughter” is the latest free online training course produced by leading tilapia welfare experts, FAI. Available through FAI’s learning portal, FAI Academy, and accessible globally, the new course empowers aquaculture professionals to improve tilapia welfare, boost farm productivity, and promote sustainable practices. “The course is specifically...
