AQVACULTURE

AQUACULTURE

Equipment and engineering for demanding fish farming operations.

Modern aquaculture depends on reliable equipment operating year-round in some of the harshest marine environments. Strong currents, winter storms, corrosive seawater, and continuous production place significant demands on both equipment and maintenance strategies. When critical systems fail, the consequences can affect fish welfare, production efficiency, operational costs, and regulatory compliance.

Fish farmers and service companies require practical solutions that reduce downtime, simplify maintenance, and ensure reliable operation throughout the production cycle. Whether supporting feeding systems, seawater treatment, handling equipment, service vessels, or site infrastructure, operational reliability remains a key priority.

At Kverneland Aqua, we understand that aquaculture equipment must not only function technically—it must also withstand daily operational use, harsh environmental exposure, and demanding production schedules while remaining cost-effective to maintain over time.

Built For Real Conditions At Sea

Aquaculture operations depend on equipment that performs reliably in exposed coastal locations where access can be limited and maintenance windows short. Equipment failures often result in increased operational costs, lost production time, and unnecessary pressure on personnel and fish welfare.

We support fish farmers, technology suppliers and service companies with engineering, fabrication, machining, hydraulic systems, maintenance, upgrades and project execution. Our focus is on delivering practical equipment solutions that improve reliability, simplify operation and extend service life in demanding marine environments.

Scope Of Work

We provide engineering, fabrication, machining, maintenance, upgrades and project execution for aquaculture equipment and infrastructure. From seawater treatment systems and handling equipment to service vessel modifications and site support structures, we focus on operational reliability, lifecycle cost and efficient maintenance.

Seawater Treatment & Reverse Osmosis Systems

Fabrication, assembly and support of reverse osmosis and seawater treatment systems used for freshwater production, hatcheries and land-based aquaculture facilities where water quality is critical.

Mooring & Cage Handling Equipment

Design, fabrication and maintenance of winches, handling systems and support equipment used for mooring operations, net handling and cage maintenance in exposed locations.

Subsea Winch Systems

Robust subsea winch solutions developed for aquaculture applications where reliability, corrosion resistance and safe operation are essential for daily site activities.

Service Vessel Equipment

Fabrication, upgrades and maintenance of vessel-based equipment supporting fish farming operations, including handling systems, hydraulic equipment and deck machinery.

Hydraulic Systems & Power Units

Assembly, troubleshooting and upgrades of hydraulic systems, HPUs, cylinders and valve arrangements supporting reliable operation of critical aquaculture equipment.

Maintenance, Overhaul & Life Extension

Inspection, refurbishment and upgrades that extend equipment lifespan, improve reliability and reduce the cost of replacement investments.

The Challenges Our Clients Face Every Day

Cost Pressure

Projects are expected to deliver more value while budgets remain under constant scrutiny. Every investment must be justified.

Costly Downtime

When critical equipment is unavailable, vessel schedules, offshore operations and project milestones can be affected.

Delivery Schedules

Fabrication, upgrades and repairs often need to be completed within narrow project windows to avoid delays offshore.

Aging Equipment in harsh environment

Many systems remain mechanically sound but require upgrades, modifications or refurbishment to meet today's operational requirements.

Documentation Requirements

Clients increasingly require comprehensive technical documentation, traceability and quality records before equipment can be accepted.

DNV & NORSOK Compliance

Offshore projects must comply with industry standards and client specifications, often requiring additional verification, documentation and testing.

Extending Asset Life

Many operators are looking for alternatives to replacement by upgrading and extending the life of existing equipment.