Raising the profile of European aquaculture
The Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) and the Federation of European Aquaculture Producers (FEAP) are joining forces to improve the aquaculture sector in Europe and ensure it is better recognised at…
Irish Seafood economy grows to record €1.26 billion value
In its annual Business of Seafood Report, Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) announced that the Irish seafood economy grew by 15% in 2021, to €1.26 billion, with strong exports to EU…
Building for stock to meet demand
The buoyant state of the European aquaculture industry is such that Damen Shipyards is building four 22 metre Landing Utility Vessels for stock to ensure that new vessels can be…
Sea bream farm is Oman’s first BAP-certified facility
Blue Waters LLC Oman, which produces sea bream (Sparus aurata) in the Gulf of Oman, has achieved Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) certification. The farm, which consists of circular cages off…
Scottish sea farmer welcomes Damen LUV
Sustainable fish farm company Kames, operating in the lochs and estuaries round the Western Isles, has taken delivery of a new Landing Utility Vessel (LUV) from Damen to handle waterborne…
Award and expansion in US for Kvarøy Arctic
Just two years after making its debut on the US market, Kvarøy Arctic is quickly broadening its retail and food service presence, its team, and its recognitions. Fast Company magazine announced the recipients…
Study aims for lice-resistant salmon
Scientists aim to identify genes that could make Atlantic salmon resistant to sea lice, parasites that severely affect fish health and welfare, and cost the global aquaculture sector around £800…
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Stage one of Scottish aquaculture review complete
The first stage of an ambitious review of how fish farms are regulated is complete and the Scottish Government has accepted all its recommendations in principle. Professor Russel Griggs OBE,…
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Leading seafood industry players make strategic investments in Andfjord Salmon
Animal nutrition and aquafeed leader Nutreco Norwegian seafood group Holmøy have agreed to invest in Andfjord Salmon, as part of a NoK38 million private placement. In addition, Andfjord Salmon has…
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Technology expert strengthens SAIC’s board
The Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) has appointed Chris Hyde, chief technology officer of Aberdeen-based marine technology specialist OTAQ, to its board of directors. The move will strengthen links and…
