LAXEY

A Milestone Moment: The First Transfer from the Smolt Station to Grow-Out Last Friday, we successfully completed the transfer of our first batch to the post-smolt tanks at our Grow-Out site in Viðlagafjara—a truly significant milestone. ✨ The past weeks have been filled with preparations for this event, and the atmosphere has been electric with anticipation. Everyone was eager and ready to make this a success. A huge recognition goes to both the construction and technical teams for ensuring the post-smolt tanks were ready on schedule. The transfer went seamlessly, and the biomass is adjusting well to its new surroundings. This accomplishment marks a major step forward and stands as a testament to the team’s hard work and dedication. Well done, everyone! 👏

🏗️ Grow-Out Tanks: First Section Erected and Roof Installation Completed 📅 Since work began on the tanks on June 19, the progress has been exceptional. In less than six months, eight tanks from A-Consult Group, each measuring 13x28 meters, have been fully erected, and the roof installation is also complete. 📽️ The accompanying video captures the journey from the erection of the first tank to the completion of the last, showcasing the hard work and dedication of the entire team. 🤝 We extend our appreciation to A-Consult for supplying the tanks and Einingaverksmiðjan for their concrete contributions. This achievement highlights the collaboration between all teams involved, and we are truly proud of what has been achieved.

🔷 The fourth and largest batch has arrived! 🔷 Today, we received the fourth batch of salmon ova, our largest to date, supplied by Benchmark Genetics Iceland . We were pleased to have Sverre Vormedal from their team accompany us for the delivery. 📦🚚 When the ova arrive, it’s essential to ensure they are placed quickly and securely in the hatchery. Preparation and good organization are, therefore, key to a smooth process, which, of course, went very well today, as always. You can see from the smiles on our team’s faces that everything went very well. 😃 👍 We now have biomass across all systems in our Smolt station: the hatchery, as well as RAS 1, RAS 2, and RAS 3.

We continue to build our team and are now hiring two dedicated and responsible operators for Fish Logistics and System Maintenance For more information....👇

We’re happy to introduce Birgitta Ósk Valdimarsdóttir as our new Quality and Production Manager at Laxey! Birgitta, born and raised in Vestmannaeyjar, graduated with a B.Sc. in Fisheries Science in 2022. Though early in her career, she has already gained impressive experience in the fishing industry, particularly in quality control and production. She has worked for Leo Seafood and VSV, as well as VSV’s subsidiary companies, where she held key positions in quality management and production. We’re excited to have Birgitta with us and look forward to what she’ll bring to the team! Welcome, Birgitta! 🤝

LAXEY and BAADER Sign Agreement for Processing Equipment for a Land-Based Aquaculture Facility in Vestmannaeyjar. LAXEY and Baader in Iceland have signed an agreement for the delivery of processing equipment for LAXEY’s upcoming slaughterhouse for land-farmed salmon. Baader, an international company specializing in the development and manufacturing of salmon processing equipment, is known for its solutions designed with a focus on production quality and animal welfare. This approach makes Baader an ideal partner for LAXEY, which emphasizes responsible food production while meeting the high standards of customers worldwide. To read the full press release: 👇 https://lnkd.in/dna6jtJM

The largest batch to date—over 900,000 eggs—has been successfully transferred from the hatchery to RAS 1. This is the third time such a transfer has taken place, and each time, it has led to improved practices and increased efficiency. This transfer is a crucial part of the process, where every detail matters to ensure everything runs smoothly and the eggs receive the best possible care. This time, Þórdís, Helga Stella, and Sigga Magga—an all-female team—handled the transfer this morning. And of course, with their expertise and teamwork, they managed to complete the task faster and more securely than ever before. Well done, ladies! 👏 This is a great example of how much can be achieved when good teamwork, preparation, and professionalism come together—all to ensure a smooth and efficient transfer. Next up is Batch No. 4, scheduled for November, along with the transfer of Batch 1 to the grow-out site. Exciting times ahead! 🤗

Laxey and Arion banki have signed a financing agreement. This agreement is an important factor in Laxey's long-term operations and supports the company’s continued growth. The collaboration highlights Laxey's commitment to developing salmon farming in Vestmannaeyjar, with sustainability and environmental concerns as guiding principles Link for the full press release:  https://lnkd.in/dZYjkcWh

A New Member Joins the Laxey Team! 👏 We’re thrilled to introduce Carl Terblanche as our Co-Assistant Grow-Out Manager at Laxey! Carl brings a strong background in aquaculture, holding a Bachelor's degree in Animal Science with a focus on Aquaculture and several years of experience in the aquaculture industry. He will be a valuable addition to our team as we continue to build and advance our land-based salmon farming operations. Carl will be working closely with our other Assistant Grow-Out Manager, Viðar Örn Victorsson, to oversee the health and growth of our salmon, ensuring top-quality production while maintaining our commitment to sustainability, all under the guidance of Rustan Lindqvist, our Director of Aquaculture. We’re excited to have Carl on board and look forward to the contributions he will make to our growing team! Welcome to the Laxey Team, Carl! 🤝

The Magic of the Northern Lights ✨ Witnessing the northern lights is always an extraordinary experience, no matter how many times you've seen them. In Iceland, the northern lights season typically occurs during the winter months, and judging by the dazzling display that danced across the night sky over our grow-out site and town last night, winter, or at least autumn, has surely arrived.