Proposed salmon farming project moves forward

19 Apr

Salmon farming in Lüderitz becomes a reality

ObserverNational NewsProposed salmon farming project moves forward

Niël Ternlanché Namibia's African Aquaculture Company (AAC) has taken a significant step towards diversifying the country’s aquaculture industry after it was granted an "Offshore Commercial Phase" license to pioneer salmon farming in the Atlantic Ocean near Lüderitz. Clement Kaukuetu, President of the Namibia Operations at AAC, announced the new development in the project and added that it is a groundbreaking venture for Sub-Saharan Africa. “The license, effective for 15 years, marks the inception of the region’s first commercial salmon farming and production facility,” he said in a statement. The operations will span three offshore sites in the ||Kharas Region, northwest…

Proposed salmon farming project moves forward

ObserverObserver MoneyProposed salmon farming project moves forward

Niël Terblanché In a development that could significantly reshape the aquaculture landscape of southern Namibia, Oshindjalala Fishing (Pty) Ltd has announced plans to establish an offshore Atlantic Salmon Fish Farm near the harbour town of Lüderitz. The company is currently in the process of applying for an Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) required to eventually realise the project. The ECC application is evidence of the company’s commitment to sustainable development and environmental stewardship. The proposed venture aims to introduce Atlantic salmon farming to Namibian waters through a two-step production process. Initially, salmon will be grown to a weight of approximately one…