Other Media | fishfarmingexpert: Anti-crowding fish loading system to be launched commercially next year
CANADA
Friday, December 06, 2024
Canadian device will be available globally, says New Brunswick-based developer
A Canadian company that has developed a device to reduce crowding of farmed fish during boat loading operations plans to make its technology commercially available next year.
The SmoothMove device from East Coast Innovation Inc., (ECI) is designed to replace the traditional funnel at the end of a fish suction hose. Its integrated cameras provide the operator with underwater visibility, enabling real time monitoring of the population during the transfer.
Author: Gareth Moore / fishfarmingexpert l Read the full article here
The maritime industry in Puerto Deseado is gearing up for a significant seasonal boost. The Argentine Jigger Vessels Owners’ Association (CAPA) has confirmed that, starting January 23, at least seven vessels will begin the first squid offloads of the season, revitalizing local logistics and employment.
Operations and Logistics
Following recent berth requests, the arrival of the following vessels has been confirmed:
Iberconsa Group: The Orion 3, Orion 5, Don Luis, and Don Francisco. Their catches will be stored in Pesquera Santa Cruz’s cold storage facilities to ensure seamless processing.
Pesquera Latina: At least three vessels from this firm will participate, reporting record-breaking catches and pre-committed export containers.
To support this operation, the container ship Varamo is scheduled to arrive this Saturday with 30 empty units. This ensures that the first export shipments of the cephalopod can be finalized by early February.
“Everything is ready for the vessels to dock. We have guaranteed all services and are working to optimize turnaround times. We expect more ships to join the list in the coming days, addressing the local demand for labor,” stated a port sector official.
New Global Aqua trade show to launch in Lillestrøm.
A new international aquaculture trade show, Global Aqua, is set to launch in Lillestrøm, Norway, with the inaugural event scheduled to take place at Nova Spektrum.
The exhibition is being developed by Norwegian Promotion Group AS (NPG) in partnership with Aqkva AS. The organisers said the show is intended to serve as a global meeting place for the aquaculture industry, bringing together producers, technology suppliers, researchers, investors and policymakers.
Source: SalmonBusiness | Read the full article here
The Icelandic fisheries and aquaculture supplier Hampidjan Group has launched a new umbrella company for its subsidiaries Vo´nin, Mørenot and Fiizk Protection.
All three subsidiaries came under the ELDI brand on 1 January.
Thomas Myrvold, the CEO of Mørenot Aquaculture, has been appointed CEO.
Author: Robert Outram / Fish Farmer | Read the full article here
With the goal of promoting initiatives that contribute to the conservation of priority ecosystems in South America, a growing number of companies, cargo clients, charter flights, and passengers have joined the LATAM Group's emissions offsetting programs. Among them is the LATAM Group's "1+1: Offset to Conserve" program, an initiative that doubles the offsetting efforts of those who choose to offset the emissions generated by their air travel or cargo shipments.
Launched in 2022, the 1+1 program is based on a collaborative model: for every ton of CO2 offset by a client, LATAM contributes an additional ton, multiplying the impact of the joint action.
Source: MundoAcuicola | Read the full article here
In 2020, Namibia's hake trawl and longline fishery targeting two hake species, Merluccius capensis and M. paradoxus, became the first fishery in Namibia, and the second in Africa, to meet the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) standard. Today, the fishery achieved its second MSC certification following a rigorous and independent assessment conducted by Control Union (UK) Limited, which examined hake stocks, fishery management processes, and ecosystem impacts.
Matti Amukwa, president of the Namibian Hake Association, explains that “since the country’s independence, the government, scientists, and industry have worked hand in hand to rebuild the hake stock and create a profitable fishing industry that gives back to the people and the environment.”
Source: Industrias Pesqueras | Read the full article here
In collaboration with Vietnamese shrimp firm Minh Phu, U.S. frozen seafood importer and distributor CenSea has debuted a new premium shrimp brand targeting restaurant chefs and other high-end buyers.
The range, called CenSea Reserve and using Minh Phu-produced shrimp products, includes raw, easy-peel vannamei shrimp in 8/12, 13/15, and 16/20 counts, as well as raw, easy-peel black tiger prawns in 13/15 and 16/20 counts, all of which is Best Aquaculture Practices-certified, CenSea said in a release.
According to CenSea Co-President Jeff Stern, the launch of CenSea Reserve is a strategic move to disrupt the premium segment.
Author: Christine Blank / SeafoodSource | Read the full article here
ULMA Packaging UK supports Orkney Crab’s move to high-performance thermoforming. Leading packaging machinery manufacturer ULMA Packaging UK has successfully supported premium seafood producer, Orkney Crab, in upgrading its packaging operation by installing a TFS 500 thermoforming machine. The move has helped the business improve efficiency, consistency and pack presentation for whole crab and lobster.
The value of farmed salmon imported into Canada has more than doubled during a 10-year period in which production in British Columbia has fallen by 40%, the BC Salmon Farmers Association has revealed.
Canada’s salmon imports are now worth approximately CAD 700 million (£375m) annually. Much of this growth has come from countries such as Chile and Norway, as Canada turns to international suppliers to meet demand that could be fulfilled locally if farmers were allowed to produce more fish.The increased value of imports comes as BC’s salmon farmers fight a race against time to persuade the Liberal-led federal government
Author: Gareth Moore / fishfarmingexpert | Read the full article here
SalMar ASA has officially finalized the acquisition of the remaining 49% stake in Øylaks MTB AS, bringing its total ownership to 100%. The deal strengthens SalMar’s production capabilities by securing full control over an additional license for Atlantic salmon production.
Transaction Details
The acquisition was settled through the issuance of 209,402 new SalMar shares at a subscription price of NOK 655.20 per share. The SalMar Board of Directors approved the share issuance today, utilizing an authorization granted on June 20, 2025.
Impact on Share Capital
Following the registration of these new shares in the Norwegian Register of Business Enterprises, SalMar’s financial structure will be updated as follows:
This move marks a clean consolidation of SalMar’s salmon farming assets as the company continues to optimize its production footprint in the Atlantic salmon market.
The national aquaculture industry marks a milestone in gender equity with the emergence of Women in Chilean Aquaculture (WICA).
On January 13, the network held its first in-person meeting in Puerto Varas, gathering leaders and professionals from across the production chain.
Led by Francisca Araya and Karina Gajardo from the company Aquabyte, the initiative is inspired by successful models in Norway and Canada. Its objective is clear: to strengthen female leadership and close gender gaps in an industry that has historically been male-dominated.
During the event, a diagnostic survey was conducted to address critical challenges such as professional stagnation and perceptions of discrimination. In immediate response, an online communication and leadership workshop will be held in March in partnership with the consultancy Empoderadas.
The network's major consolidation milestone will be its official launch at AquaSur 2026, the most important aquaculture exhibition in the Southern Hemisphere. On this stage, WICA will present its strategic action lines to foster technical collaboration and increase the visibility of women in senior management positions, transforming the future of aquaculture in Chile.
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A Canadian company that has developed a device to reduce crowding of farmed fish during boat loading operations plans to make its technology commercially available next year.
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New Global Aqua trade show to launch in Lillestrøm.
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With the goal of promoting initiatives that contribute to the conservation of priority ecosystems in South America, a growing number of companies, cargo clients, charter flights, and passengers have joined the LATAM Group's emissions offsetting programs. Among them is the LATAM Group's "1+1: Offset to Conserve" program, an initiative that doubles the offsetting efforts of those who choose to offset the emissions generated by their air travel or cargo shipments.
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In 2020, Namibia's hake trawl and longline fishery targeting two hake species, Merluccius capensis and M. paradoxus, became the first fishery in Namibia, and the second in Africa, to meet the 
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The value of farmed salmon imported into Canada has more than doubled during a 10-year period in which production in British Columbia has fallen by 40%, the BC Salmon Farmers Association has revealed.
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