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The christening of Ronja Ode, which took place in Ålesund on 12 October, not only signifies progress for the cod farming industry, but also the beginning of a unique collaboration between two local companies, Ode – a cod producer – and the wellboat manufacturer Sølvtrans, which are working together to drive innovation and development in aquaculture.
“This collaboration between Sølvtrans and Ode is a great example of how local companies along the coast are world leaders in aquaculture and aquaculture solutions, working closely together to achieve their goals. Ronja Ode, as the first well boat dedicated for cod, will be an excellent addition to our integrated value chain,” said Ola Kvalheim, chief executive of Ode, in a press release.
The christening of the boat attracted several hundred people, who amassed to witness the landmark event. Traditional sea shanties were sung whilst cod dishes were served, and activities and competitions were laid on for attending children. The event also hosted speeches from Robin Halsebakk, CEO of Sølvtrans, Ola Kvalheim, CEO of Ode, and Håkon Lykkebø Strand, Mayor of Ålesund. The godmother of the boat was Trine Silseth Bergsås, who works as a logistics and sales coordinator at Ode.
“Sølvtrans is very pleased that two local companies, Ode and Sølvtrans, have started a long and important collaboration in the transport of farmed cod. We see cod farming as an innovative and future-oriented industry. The crew and shipping company have worked hard over the past six months to prepare the world’s first dedicated well boat for cod. Sølvtrans hopes Ronja Ode will make a significant contribution to Ode delivering a top-quality product to the market,” said Christian Remøy, head of cod operations at Sølvtrans.
