SAIC promotes distinguished animal health expert 17 Dec 2018 The Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) has appointed animal health expert Professor Julie Fitzpatrick as the first female chairperson of its Independent Scientific Panel (SISP) - a role which helps to steer t…
Youngsters thrive in salmon sector 12 Dec 2018 Over third of the people directly employed in Scotland’s salmon farming sector are under the age of 30, according to a report released today.
Talent scout signs for Scottish aqua sector 29 Nov 2018 The Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) has appointed veterinary expert Dr Mary Fraser as its new head of skills and talent in a bit to develop a greater awareness of career prospects in the sector.
Senior fish geneticist sought 22 Nov 2018 Akvaforsk Genetics is currently seeking to recruit a senior geneticist to join their experienced team in Sunndalsøra, Western Norway.
Salmon farmers take fast track to success 13 Oct 2018 The first graduates of a unique fast-track training programme have taken up their new positions as salmon farm managers.
Ready to Muck in 11 Oct 2018 Clara McGhee has recently started working on a salmon farm off the Isle of Muck. In the first installment of a new series for The Fish Site she describes the route that took her one of the most isolated and exposed fish …
Solberg steps down 10 Oct 2018 Marit Solberg, chief operating officer for Marine Harvest’s Canadian, Scottish, Irish and Faroese farming operations, has announced her retirement today.
Salmon body boosts sustainability credentials 19 Sep 2018 The Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation (SSPO) has recruited Anne Anderson from the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) to be its inaugural director of sustainability.
Salmon producers bring political expert on board 18 Sep 2018 The Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation (SSPO) has appointed the respected political journalist Hamish Macdonell, to the newly created role of director of strategic engagement.
Thomas lands mussel management role 29 Aug 2018 Offshore Shellfish Ltd, which aims to be the UK’s largest producer of mussels, has appointed Huw Thomas as its general manager.
Lallemand steps up aquaculture presence 21 Aug 2018 Lallemand has appointed two new aquaculture experts to join their nutrition teams in France in Vietnam respectively.
New head for BC salmon body 14 Aug 2018 The BC Salmon Farmers Association (BCSFA) has appointed John Paul Fraser as its new executive director.
Job opportunity at Akva 1 Aug 2018 Sponsored The aquaculture equipment manufacturer and supplier Akva group Scotland is currently inviting applications for a new sales director.
Survey shows support for women in aquaculture 31 Jul 2018 A recent survey conducted by The Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) reveals widespread support for new initiatives that aim to encourage more women to join the aquaculture sector.
AKVA forges new careers for Chilean women 24 Jul 2018 AKVA group Chile has recently run a welding course for women via the AKVA Academy - a way to both secure qualified labour and promote gender equality
Benchmark adds scientific clout 2 Jul 2018 Benchmark Holdings, the aquaculture health, nutrition and genetics business, has appointed Dr Alex Raeber as its chief scientific officer.
Fish vet to head animal welfare charity 25 Jun 2018 The Scottish SPCA has elected Ronnie Soutar, Head of Veterinary Services at Scottish Sea Farms, as its new chairperson.
Job opportunity: Commercial Director, Benchmark Genetics 11 Jun 2018 Sponsored Benchmark, the fish health and aquaculture genetics specialists, are currently looking to appoint a new commercial director for their genetics division.
From MSc to CEO in 14 years 17 Apr 2018 Scotland’s current crop of aquaculture post-grads can become chief executives of major seafood businesses within a remarkably short space of time – as long as they’re prepared to put in the hard work.
The new face of Norwegian shipping 16 Apr 2018 Linn Therese Skår Hosteland, the current web editor at www.kyst.no, will be leaving to take on a new role as industry and business policy adviser for Norway’s Kystrederiene in June.
