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Bluefront - Setting the standard for sustainable growth in aquaculture

In a recent interview, our team member Johan shared his thoughts on how we are supporting the future of sustainable seafood

Passionate about investing and looking to impact the future of the Blue Economy?

Bluefront is looking for a new Investment Associate to join our team. If you're passionate about sustainable seafood, eager to work hands-on with investments in the blue economy, and want to be part of a dedicated private equity team – we’d love to hear from you!

Akvasafe expands with three new hires

Our portfolio company Akvasafe AS is experiencing strong demand for it’s services including environmental assessment and technical inspections — essential services for safer and more sustainable aquaculture.

Carving new paths

This weekend, the Bluefront team went to the Norwegian Alps (Hemsedal) for our annual strategy gathering. We spent time discussing and reflecting on our strategy — while also enjoying skiing and great food in beautiful surroundings.

Meet us at the Blue Food Innovation Summit in London April 8-9

Meet Karina at the Blue Food Innovation Summit where she will host a panel for exciting start-ups in the blue economy.

Bluefront host its first Impact day!

An inspiring day of learning, discussion, and collaboration with the Impact Leads from our Fund I and Fund II portfolio companies—working together to drive impact in the seafood industry.

Oxygenation behind lice skirts can significantly improve the cage environment

A study found that controlled oxygen levels help maintain fish welfare and reduce stress, potentially leading to better growth and health outcomes. These findings support the use of oxygenation as a tool for improving conditions in aquaculture while using lice skirts to combat sea lice.

Builders Vision enters Bluefront's second fund

We are looking forward to our collaboration with Builders Vision to accelerating the food transition by moving from from high-emission proteins to low-emission proteins from the ocean.

Bio Marine achieved 50% revenue growth in 2024, and are aiming for another 50% in 2025

Bio Marine is experiencing a historic order backlog and strong demand for its lice skirts, leading to the introduction of two production shifts to meet market needs. This surge highlights BioMarine’s strengthening position in the industry as fish farmers prioritize sustainable farming solutions.

"There is growing interest from private equity players in land-based salmon farming" - Kjetil Haga, CEO

With reduced risks and increased operational expertise, this segment driven by the supplier industry is approaching a profitability tipping point – a development Bluefront are closely monitoring!

Bluefront attended the Arctic Securities Seafood Investor Conference

CEO Kjetil Haga and Jon Hindar from Summa Equity joined the debate on stage on the topic of the investor lens on the supplier industry. With sessions on productivity challenges, farming innovations, and supplier contributions in areas like sea lice treatment, feed, and digitization, the conference highlighted the crucial role of allocating capital in advancing the seafood industry.

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