Andfjord Salmon is rapidly advancing with the expansion of its land-based aquaculture facility at Kvalnes, Andoya. The summer months saw successful preparatory efforts and the deployment of personnel and equipment, setting the stage for the next phase of construction. In mid-June, Andfjord Salmon unveiled the specifics of its expansion plan at Kvalnes, targeting a total production capacity of 40,000 tonnes (HOG) through a gradual increase between 2025 and 2030.

An initial volumet of 8,000 tonnes (HOG). An initial volumet of 8,000 tonnes (HOG") is anticipated for 2025. High levels of activity characterized the summer period, with contractors accomplishing extensive groundwork spanning several hundred metres.

This work involved injecting concrete to stabilize the sections surrounding the 12 pools that constitute the upcoming construction phase at Kvalnes. This preparatory work will help speed up blasting and excavation, contributing to an economically efficient development process. During the successful first harvest in late June and early July, lead contractor AF Haehre-Contur, began mobilizing equipment and personnel along with subcontractors.

Simultaneously it prepared areas designated for machinery, equipment, and tools, complementing the ongoing groundwork. These areas include workshops, tunnel operations, equipment maintenance and cleaning stations. Office barracks have been established at Kvalnes for the project administration, and a site has been prepared for concrete production.

In addition, Andfjord Salmon's Breivik site is being prepared to receive accommodation barracks. Extensive preparation work was carried out at Kvalnes prior to the first release of smolt last year in order to prepare the area for the upcoming construction phase. Last week, Kvalnes received the machinery, drilling equipment, dumper trucks, and wheel loaders necessary for excavating the initial twelve pool pits and transporting materials to the port area.

A mass balance approach is being adopted, whereby excavated masses from pool pits and waterways will be utilised for port and quay development.