“We now have all the key prerequisites in place to realize the project. This is a strong signal to investors, partners, and the local community that Salfjord is delivering as planned,” says Chairman Jan Harald Hauvik.
Four Major Milestones in 2025 so far
- Final confirmation of aquaculture licenses after previous appeals were dismissed by the Directorate of Fisheries.
- Approval of the detailed zoning plan for Tjeldbergodden, enabling production of 30 million smolt and 43,000 tonnes of salmon, trout, or rainbow trout annually.
- Secured 55 MW of power capacity for Tjeldbergodden and a place in the capacity queue for an additional 55 MW for Salfjord 2 at Hyttneset.
- Strengthened the management team with the appointment of Robin Fladseth as Chief Operating Officer.
Licenses enable giant scaling potential
In May, final confirmation was received for the aquaculture licenses at Tjeldbergodden. The permit corresponds to 27 of the traditional sea-based salmon licenses. Salfjord’s initial production plan is based on annual sales of 36,500 tonnes of salmon HOG.
“This provides us with a solid foundation for long-term investments with sensible returns, as well as flexibility to optimize production in line with market and seasonal conditions,” says CEO Hans Ramsvik.
In our Oceanfront Salmon farm, we will be able to control most environmental and production parameters, and through modern process management maintain excellent conditions for the fish. By using digital twin technology, we can perform advanced production simulations, which in the long term will allow us to tailor production plans to deliver the qualities and characteristics our customers desire.
Zoning Plan Approved
Approval of the detailed zoning plan in June marked a new phase of the project. The plan covers the entire development, logistics areas, and necessary environmental measures, and is the result of a thorough process with the municipality, authorities, and the local community.
“We now have the green light for the next phase,” says Hans Ramsvik.
Energy Security for Two Facilities
Securing 55 MW of power for Tjeldbergodden, along with a place in Statnett’s queue for an additional 55 MW for Salfjord 2, gives the company the energy capacity for two of Norway’s largest industrial aquaculture facilities.
The new COO at Salfjord, Robin Fladseth.
New COO in Place from August
With experience from leading positions at SalMar (Tjuin, Follafoss and Kjørsvikbugen), Robin Fladseth will help build operations, production processes, and quality systems with a particular focus on fish welfare and risk management.
Site Work and Value Creation from Day One
Groundworks at Tjeldbergodden, carried out by Tverås Maskin & Transport, are progressing as planned with strong HSE results. A new quay was completed in April, and surplus minerals from the site are already being used in projects such as the construction of the new Nordmøre and Romsdal hospital and road improvements.
Strong Position for the Next Phase
Salfjord is owned by 63 shareholders, most of whom have local and regional ties. With a fully zoned site, secured energy supply, experienced leadership team, and a clear industrial plan, the company is well positioned to deliver large-scale, sustainable salmon production in Aure.
