Cermaq Chile and AquaShip | GripShip - A solid relationship aiming to develop Chilean aquaculture

Long-time customer Cermaq Chile constantly strive to improve, and up to date vessel solutions is vital to achieve that goal. 

Mr. Daniel Cabrera, Maritime Logistic manager of Cermaq Chile, recently visited Istanbul to experience AquaShip shipbuilding live at Gemak shipyard. 

 - To build and equip a modern live fish carrier is a complex task that requires knowledge, experience and expertise, says Cabrera. - We cooperate with AquaShip | GripShip to find the best technical solutions available. Together we target modern technology that enhances fish welfare, efficiency and at the same time takes us even further in a sustainable direction.

Solid relationship

“We cherish the long-lasting relationship with Cermaq”, says CEO of AquaShip Sverre Taknes.

“The aquaculture industry is already front runners when it comes to sustainable food production. We consider it our task not only to hold that position but to improve further. When we put our heads together, we find solutions for the future” the CEO states.

SeaQuest cranes on GripShip vessel (illustration)

Following the yard visit in Istanbul, Mr. Cabrera visited AquaShip HQ in Kristiansund, Norway, where meetings with key equipment suppliers and the AquaShip project organisation was on the agenda.

- We cherish the long-lasting relationship with Cermaq”, says CEO of AquaShip Sverre Taknes. - The aquaculture industry is already front runners when it comes to sustainable food production. We consider it our task not only to hold that position but to improve further. When we put our heads together, we find solutions for the future, the CEO states.

The interaction between the vessels, its purpose-built equipment and the crew is what ensures performance once in operation. Hence, AquaShip|GripShip vessels facilitates the best water quality systems, a prerequisite for fish welfare and biosecurity.

New technology is key to grow responsibly going forward - not only in Chile but also globally.

Ida Juul-Jørgensen