Innovation comes from knowledge and from comparison with the most advanced realities in the sector. It is with this objective that Claudio Pedroni, president of OP del Pesce, He took part in the technical mission in Norway, in Ålesund, organized together with Linde Gas Italia, to explore the technologies that are transforming modern aquaculture.
The visit represents a step in the process that OP del Pesce It is pursuing this to explore the new frontiers of fish farming, with particular attention to RAS (Recirculating Aquaculture Systems) systems, One of the most promising innovations for the future of the sector. Thanks to water recirculation and constant water control, these systems allow for improved sustainability, production efficiency, and animal welfare, while simultaneously reducing the environmental impact.
During the tour, the delegation visited the Linde Innovation Center and the Hofseth group’s facilities, where research, technology, and production coexist in a perfectly integrated model. From the health management of the farms to monitoring systems, to the use of advanced solutions for oxygenation and the control of environmental parameters, every phase of the process is designed to ensure high-quality production and an increasingly resilient supply chain.
For OP del Pesce, Getting to know these experiences up close means gathering ideas, skills, and tools that can contribute to the evolution of Italian aquaculture. The goal is not to replicate a model, but to understand its logic and assess its applicability in the national context, fostering a path of growth based on innovation, sustainability, and competitiveness.
«The future of aquaculture lies in the ability to invest in research and new technologies, but also in the willingness to draw on the best international experiences,» is the vision that accompanies the OP del Pesce journey.
The mission in Norway therefore confirms the organization's willingness to look beyond traditional models, exploring the opportunities offered by RAS systems and the most modern breeding technologies. This path aims to build an increasingly innovative, sustainable supply chain that is prepared to face the challenges of the market, while valorizing the fish produced and the work of Italian companies.
