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EU Aquaculture Assistance Mechanism

Seafarm Pulse Guard (SPG)

Description

SPG was a two-year project funded by EU Horizon 2020, aimed at creating a preventive method to combat sea lice infestation in fish farms.

Tangible results: The project developed an innovative chemical free technology based on electric pulses to prevent sea lice infection in salmon and improve fish farming. The technology has been patented and is currently being delivered to a few customers on the coast of Norway.

Application/relevance: The SPG system therefore provides the industry with a solution to a number of major environmental challenges, including exploitation of aquaculture, boosting the sustainability of existing locations and allowing access to new areas.

Details

Original Author(s)
Lead Partner: SFD AS
Financing Programme(s): H2020-EU.3.2.5. - Cross-cutting marine and maritime research
Financing Programme(s): H2020-EU.3.2.3. - Unlocking the potential of aquatic living resources
Financing Programme(s): H2020-EU.2.3.1. - Mainstreaming SME support, especially through a dedicated instrument
Topic(s)
Animal Health and Public Health, Animal Welfare, Environmental Performance
Geographical Coverage
Country-specific
Country-specific
Norway
Date
March, 2017 - February, 2019
Source