Gael Force Group signs exclusive agreement with Nauplius Workboats to build steel feed barges

Left: Gerrit Knol, Technical Director and Naval Architect of Nauplius. Right: Stewart Graham, Managing Director of Gael Force Group.

GAEL Force, the aquaculture equipment and technology supplier and  accredited manufacturer NS 9415  has  signed an exclusive agreement to partner with the Dutch shipyard Nauplius Workboats for the building of its range of SeaFeed steel feed barges. It says partnering with Nauplius will enable Gael Force to strengthen and increase its barge building capacity while…

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Cermaq Canada replies to herring death incident claims

CERMAQ Canada has replied to official reports that thousands of herring were killed in a mechanical delousing operation in British Columbia last year. The company said that while incidental catch of wild fish associated with Cermaq salmon farms has typically been very low, it  did report an unfortunate rise in wild Pacific herring in 2022…

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French supermarkets cast critical eye over Norwegian fish farms

Lars Erik Flatøy (centre)  pictured during the audit with Nordlaks quality manager Odd Johannessen (left), and the chief at  at Nordlaks Havfarmen, Trond Jørgen Hanssen (right)).

FRANCE has long been Norway’s largest European customer when it comes to buying farmed salmon. But the French supermarkets like to see what they are getting and how the fish are being looked after. So two of France’s largest supermarket chains, Carrefour and Auchan have just sent their own inspectors to the snow covered  north.…

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Solving salmon skin problems

BioMar’s Assist Skin helps to make salmon more resilient and healthy In salmon farming, maintaining optimal skin health is crucial for ensuring fish welfare and maximising productivity. Assist Skin, a research-based feed solution from BioMar, has proven to be a powerful tool to proactively address potential skin challenges and promote overall fish health. Skin protection…

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Welfare has just gone Tech

The latest analytical techniques make it possible to obtain a more rounded view of the health of stock Since the arrival of SARS Covid 19 into the UK, it is believed that more than 70% of the population have, at some point, been infected with the virus. Of course, “infected with” is not always the…

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Now for fish farming – the SpinTouch FX Water Analyser

Using proven photometric technology that has been game-changing in global water testing applications, the SpinTouch FX tests eight parameters, including ammonia, nitrate and nitrite with one water sample, simultaneously, within two minutes. The genius lies in the disk, which uses precisely measured reagents, meaning results are easy to obtain, accurate and repeatable. Portable, rugged and…

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Marine Economy Week: 20-24 November

Harper Macleod’s third annual Marine Economy Week is almost here. Over the course of the week, Harper Macleod will be publishing video discussions and other content examining an array of crucial issues facing all aspects of the sector. Find out more here and register your interest: https://www.harpermacleod.co.uk/events/marine-economy-week/

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blutanQ stars in Norway

Balmoral Tanks’ blutanQ® RAS tank technology was heavily featured on the company’s stand at the recent Aqua Nor exhibition in Trondheim, Norway. Jonathan Smith, Sales Director, said: “The show presented an excellent opportunity for us to demonstrate the many advantages of blutanQ. It seems as though the industry is delighted with the product as well…

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epco has plenty in the pipeline

epco Pipe Systems is a specialist in supplying comprehensive pressure pipe systems for industrial and commercial applications from the company’s UK stockholding in Leeds. epco’s range of U-PVC and PE offers an ideal, cost-effective alternative for legacy materials such as steel. epco now offers a full range of PE products in SDR11 and SDR17. The…

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Balancing chemistry and technology

Alumichem is proud to collaborate closely with the aquaculture industry, where wastewater treatment plays a pivotal role in ensuring both sustainability and success. The company’s experience in water treatment has illuminated the significance of harmonising chemistry and technology in this process. Recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) offer exceptional potential for high-quality seafood production with minimal environmental…

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