Landbasert RAS-anlegg for laks

The 'Soul of Japan: Pure Salmon Landbasert Anlegg' project entails the construction of a large-scale, land-based recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) facility for Atlantic salmon production in Tsu City, located in Mie Prefecture, Japan. The facility will cover approximately 137,000 square meters and is designed for an annual production capacity of around 10,000 tons of antibiotic- and vaccine-free salmon. This vertically integrated complex will encompass the entire production chain, including smolt production, grow-out, processing, and a specialized feed production unit utilizing salmon byproducts for sustainability.

Byggestart sommer 2024, første høsting 2028

Construction work began in the summer of 2024, with completion milestones aligned toward the first salmon harvest scheduled for February 2028. The project involves six interconnected buildings, each dedicated to different phases of salmon handling and processing. The systems provider Cflow has been contracted to supply comprehensive operational systems across the facility, emphasizing optimal fish welfare, operational reliability, and efficient production flow. Pure Salmon Technology, owned by Pure Salmon, manages the RAS technology and collaborates closely with Cflow to ensure technological precision and sustainability throughout the production processes.

33 mrd. yen i bærekraftig finansiering

Financially, the project secured a substantial long-term loan of 33 billion Japanese yen (around 2.2 billion Norwegian kroner) from Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, alongside strategic investments from multinational private equity firm 8F Asset Management based in Singapore and the Japanese Mori Trust Group. This highly structured financing includes support from Japanese governmental and local actors and has earned top ratings for sustainable financing by the Japan Credit Rating Agency. The collaboration among these stakeholders supports not only the project's economic viability but also its focus on environmental stewardship and social impact.

Miljøvennlig laks med nærmarkedsfordel

The project’s environmental focus is evident in its design and operational goals, which emphasize sustainability, fish welfare, and the elimination of antibiotic and vaccine use in salmon production. Its proximity to major urban centers such as Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka positions the facility to supply fresh, high-quality salmon efficiently to large consumer markets, supporting local food security and reducing the environmental impact associated with traditional ocean-based aquaculture. Overall, this project represents a significant step forward in establishing sustainable, land-based salmon farming infrastructure in Japan.