Exploring Multi-Use in Offshore Wind Farms: Insights from the Cross-Organized Ocean Multi-Use Webinar
On February the 4th , ULTFARMS had the pleasure of participating in the Innovatum webinar on multi-use in offshore wind farms. As offshore wind energy expands across Europe, integrating low-trophic aquaculture (LTA) is becoming a promising and sustainable approach to optimizing the use of marine space. The session highlighted key projects demonstrating how aquaculture and […]
Exploring Untapped Marinas for Seaweed Cultivation: A Citizen Science Approach in Kiel Bay
We’re excited to share some great news from the Citizen Science Project for Seaweed Cultivation in Kiel Bay! Initiated and supported by the German pilots of ULTFARMS, this initiative brings together local students from Lernwerft – Club of Rome, who are actively contributing to innovative marine research and production in the area. A Unique Approach to Seaweed Cultivation This initiative focuses on […]
Exploring Ocean Multi-Use Aquaculture: ULTFARMS’ Recent Presentation at the University of New England
In January 2025, Eva Strothotte from Forschungs- und Entwicklungszentrum Fachhochschule Kiel GmbH represented ULTFARMS at an exciting exchange event between Europe and the United States, hosted by the University of New England in Biddeford, ME. The event focused on the evolving field of multi-use aquaculture and how Europe is leading the charge in this area. The presentation […]
FINO3 – Summer update
Successful installation of Oyster cultivation system: Nature restoration and aquaculture efforts go hand in hand. The European oyster (Ostrea edulis) was once a dominant reef-forming species and an important habitat engineer within continental European waters. Unfortunately, the native oyster population deteriorated over the last 200 years, due to the mass extraction of the species, habitat […]
Advancing Macroalgae Growth Analysis: ULTFARMS Tackles Data Challenges
In the world of macroalgae cultivation, efficiency and accuracy are paramount. The need for reliable, comparable data has never been greater, especially as the industry scales up to meet global demands. Traditional methods of analyzing macroalgae growth, such as manual weighing and measuring, have served their purpose but fall short when large-scale operations require swift […]
Belgian Pilot update: Dec 2024
Successful submersible seaweed cultivation system installed End of November marks an important milestone for the Belgian Pilot with the successful installation of the submersible seaweed cultivation system (developed by Impact9) at the Bantry Marine Research Station (BMRS) in Ireland. The joined effort between the team from University of Ghent (Phycology Research Group and Artemia Reference […]
Dutch Pilot update – December 2024
Semi-Submersible Mussel Farm The Dutch pilot has made significant progress in advancing sustainable mussel farming.During the summer, the T0 survey of the bottom underneath the Semi-submersible Mussel Farm (SMF) of OOS was carried out by Lobster Robotics with the Scout, an Automated Underwater Vessel. Automated Underwater Vessel ready to lauch(Picture credits Arjen Maan (Novi Marine […]
Danish Anholt Pilot update – Dec 2024
Progress in Mussel and Seaweed Cultivation The Anholt pilot is advancing sustainable aquaculture with significant developments in both mussel and seaweed cultivation. As of September 17, mussel recruitment on commercial spat collectors deployed in June has shown promising results, with fresh weight yields reaching up to 2.7 kg per meter and an average length of […]
Danish Samsø Pilot – Update Dec 2024
Promising Progress in Mussel Cultivation The Samsø pilot, deployed in June 2024, recently underwent an inspection in September. The results showed successful mussel recruitment, with yields reaching up to 70 kg of fresh weight per square meter. However, the system faced setbacks due to high biomass and strong wind and wave forces, which caused damage […]
ULTFARMS and OLAMUR Lead Discussions on Multi-Use in Offshore Wind Farms at Mission Arena 3
Last November, At the Mission Arena 3 event in Amsterdam, ULTFARMS and OLAMUR co-organized a workshop to explore the integration of aquaculture into offshore wind farms (OWFs). This workshop was a platform for stakeholders to engage in meaningful discussions on how to harmonize energy production, aquaculture, and nature restoration, advancing Europe’s blue economy goals. Key Highlights from the Workshop Breakout Sessions […]
