The aquaculture industry is entering a new phase. Across markets, producers are being challenged to increase biological performance, reduce environmental impact and create more predictable production models.

At Aquafarm Equipment UK, based in Scotland, we believe the next step is clear: moving from operations shaped by natural fluctuations to operations defined by industrial precision in closed containment.

With 15 years of experience from closed pen technology in real production environments, Aquafarm Equipment has developed and proven one of the most mature solutions in the market.

That is why we are looking forward to meeting industry professionals at Aquaculture UK, 16–17 June 2026 at the Scottish Event Campus in Glasgow – an important arena for showing how closed containment technology can help shape the next generation of sustainable aquaculture.

From accepting nature to controlling the environment:

In a traditional open-net pen, farmers must accept the conditions nature provides. In an Aquafarm pen, the farmer defines the environment.

This is the foundation for strong fish welfare and a predictable, sustainable production plan.

Our Senior VP and Country Manager UK, Roar Paulsen, emphasises that Aquafarm gives farmers control over all critical variables: structure, water flow, oxygen and CO₂. This creates a stable and safe marine environment 24 hours a day – whether the facility is located in an Arctic fjord or in 40-degree heat in the Red Sea.

“We believe this will be one of the most important drivers in the transition from today’s aquaculture to the aquaculture of tomorrow – whether production takes place in Norway, Scotland or other parts of the world,” says Roar Paulsen.

Why is now the time to take the next step?

Environmental flexibility in practice:
With new schemes and regulations coming, operators can regain lost production capacity by investing in closed containment technology.

The end of the “lice tax”:
Sea lice is an unnecessary operational cost – one that can be engineered out through closed system design.

From guesswork to data:
With 15 years of R&D experience, Aquafarm Equipment knows exactly how the water flows and how the fish thrive. We remove uncertainty from the equation.

Robustness over complexity:
Our fourth-generation technology is modular, built to last and operational today.

Success in today’s market requires closing the gap between what is “good enough” and what is truly industry-leading. It is about moving from daily operations shaped by natural fluctuations to operations defined by industrial precision.

Why fish welfare is your most important commercial driver:

Fish welfare is not only a biological priority. It is also a commercial one.

When the production environment is stable, predictable and protected, the fish are given better conditions to perform. That means reduced biological risk, stronger operational control and a better foundation for growth.

Optimal biology:
By controlling the water intake, we avoid parasite exposure and unstable conditions in the surface water.

Documented performance:
After only a few months of operation at the Aquafarm facility in Hamarøy, we are seeing stable and efficient performance under real environmental conditions.

Robust design for demanding conditions:
Our facility is certified for a significant wave height of 3 metres, opening up opportunities for more exposed locations with better water exchange.

Circular resource use:
We collect sludge before it reaches the seabed, turning waste into a resource for fertiliser or biogas production.

“We have spent 15 years developing this. This is not something we designed last year and built this year. We are not working with experimental test solutions. The Aquafarm is delivered as a mature solution, ready to increase production. It allows farmers to focus on quality development – rather than damage control” says CEO Trond Haldorsen.

Let’s discuss the future of your site.

Aquaculture UK brings together producers, suppliers, technology providers and decision-makers from across the industry. For us, it is an important opportunity to meet operators ready to explore how closed containment can create stronger welfare, better control and more predictable growth.

Are you attending Aquaculture UK in Glasgow?

We would be happy to meet you there and discuss how Aquafarm Equipment can help prepare your production for the next generation of aquaculture.

Meet Aquafarm Equipment at Aquaculture UK
Stand A30/a
16–17 June 2026
Scottish Event Campus, Glasgow

Book a meeting with us.