Did you know that aquaculture - or fish farming - is one of the fastest-growing industries in food production Yes, that's because it is an efficient, sustainable way to produce animal protein to feed rising populations.

Solvay's parasite control system, PARAMOVE, , improves the viability and sustainability of this growing industry, thus contributing to the well-being of fish and the people who consume them. In September 2019, Solvay took another important step by partnering with joint venture partner Aqua Pharma Group, combining a great product with a great treatment method.

With the global population set to reach 10 billion (!) by 2050, one of the biggest challenges we face is to feed the increasing population with limited resources - and Solvay is proud to contribute to meeting that challenge through various products and solutions.

'For fish and protein, aquaculture is the only sustainable way to meet the growing demand,' explains Marc Indigne, Business Manager New Markets.

Food for thought: the rise of aquaculture

Still a relatively young business, aquaculture started with salmon and trout in the late 1980s. As the industry developed, investors sought to boost production by increasing the density of fish grown in cages. The more fish, however, the more rapid the spread of disease among the fish, which affects their health and growth if left untreated. Case in point, salmon production loses some $1 billion a year due to sea lice. So there is a pressing need to ensure the health and viability of the fish we eat.

A clean and safe hydrogen peroxide-based treatment

Understanding the need to develop a treatment that is humane toward the fish, safe for the environment and harmless for consumers, Solvay developed PARAMOVE, a hydrogen peroxide-based solution for the control of key parasitic diseases in aquaculture. The main benefit of PARAMOVE is that it quickly removes the parasites and then decomposes, leaving only oxygen and water in the environment, and no residue in the fish itself. As a bonus, due to its cleaning properties, the cages and nets are also cleaned in the process - removing any other parasites and pathogens present.

It's this potent combination of benefits that led the Solar Impulse Foundation to award PARAMOVE the World Alliance for Efficient Solutions label, at the start of 2020.

'This recognition confirms our philosophy to continuously strive for the most effective and environmentally friendly solutions for the aquaculture industry globally,' says Elvin Bugge, CEO of Aqua Pharma Group.

A holistic treatment for fish farming

Solvay is not only a producer of hydrogen peroxide, it now also offers the ideal combination of a great product and a great treatment method, working with its joint venture partner, Aqua Pharma Group. 'In Aqua Pharma we have developed a unique treatment concept, ensuring no harm to the fish and minimal release into the environment. Clients really appreciate our holistic treatment methodology. Currently we are looking at how we can reduce impact even further,' explains Marc.

PARAMOVE has received the Solar Impulse Efficient Solutions label because it is an efficient system that respects the environment and animal welfare. It is also recognized by the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC), a non-profit organization founded by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) that certifies farms that care for the environment.

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