Posts by Fiona Robertson
France Naissain reasserts importance of sustainability
France Naissain, a leading company in premium oyster seed production, has underlined its commitment to the environment as a priority The company says: “We are committed to preserving and protecting our marine ecosystem by adopting sustainable practices at every stage of our oyster farming operations. “We strive to minimise our environmental impact and reduce our…
Read MoreBenchmark’s commercial restructures enhance the total salmon portfolio
As from 1 February this year, Benchmark has implemented commercial restructures to its Genetics and Health business areas Unifying the sales team for salmon products, the company has further solidified its commitment to delivering excellence and strengthen customer relationships. Kate Furhovden Stenerud has been appointed as the new Commercial Director for salmon, bringing her expertise…
Read MoreDesigned for the sea
Why put a crane on a boat that was meant for a truck? HS.MARINE, the specialist manufacturer of Marine Cranes, based in north Italy, continues to receive acclaim from the most demanding customers and crane users. Stefano Forni, founder and Managing Director of HS.MARINE, says: “We have reached the twentieth year of activity. This is…
Read MoreHow to Meet the New EU Wastewater Regulations
Owatec AS’s modular technology helps deal with waste issues in challenging locations Owatec AS is an environmental cleantech company specializing in wastewater and sludge management in the fish production industry in Norway. Our cleantech built-in sea containers allow us to find a suitable solution to various water and sludge management challenges, by combining different units…
Read MorePutting fish welfare first
Askvik Aqua is revolutionising fish stunning for enhanced welfare Global consumers increasingly prioritise the wellbeing of the fish they eat. This pivotal aspect remains at the forefront of Askvik Aqua’s mission as it provides innovative solutions for the aquaculture industry. “At Askvik Aqua, we offer a range of cutting-edge products for the aquaculture industry; from…
Read MoreInnovative and reliable
Detroit is increasingly recognised as a trusted name in the maritime sector Detroit Shipyards is one of the most important service providers for the newbuild and ship repair markets in South America. With two units located on both sides of the continent, the highly qualified team makes the group able to offer the best experience…
Read MoreAutomated identification of harmful algae blooms
Early warning of algae blooms can make all the difference – and now artificial intelligence is helping to provide that Harmful Algae Blooms (HABs) occur when microscopic algal or phytoplankton populations, amplified by environmental factors such as weather conditions and temperature, grow to such levels that they become harmful to surrounding life. These blooms can…
Read MoreA busy programme for Scotland at Aqua Nor
This August, a Team Scotland partnership comprising Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE), the Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) and the Marine Directorate of the Scottish Government will provide a platform for Scottish businesses and research organisations at Aqua Nor in Trondheim. Alongside our co-exhibitors and the wider Scottish delegation, we are putting together an exciting…
Read MoreExclusive Marel anniversary offer: Outstanding value on scales
As we celebrate Marel’s 40th anniversary, we’re thrilled to present an exclusive promotion on the equipment that started it all—our scales. Our story began with the development of innovative scales, which propelled us to the forefront of weighing technology. Today, four decades later, top processors consistently choose Marel scales for their many advantages. Longest warranty in the…
Read MoreScottish Sea Farms wins seaweed pioneering award
Scottish Sea Farms has been recognised at the M&S Select Farm Awards 2023 for a pioneering trial to encourage the settlement of seaweed in salmon pens, removing the need for plastic cleaner fish hides. The pilot, at Scallastle in the Sound of Mull, involved replacing artificial kelp hides with natural kelp, resulting in improved health…
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