Laxey has signed a significant deal with Marel for the delivery of advanced processing equipment and software to support its new land-based salmon slaughterhouse.
This marks a crucial milestone in Laxey’s goal of producing 32,000 tonnes of salmon annually.
“Having a clear overview of the processing, strong traceability and the ability to ensure efficiency at all stages of production is incredibly important to us,” said Kristmann Kristmannsson, processing and procurement manager at Laxey.
The first phase of Laxey’s aquaculture facility, located in Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland, is already completed, with the first batch of smolt transferred at the end of 2024. The first harvest is set for autumn 2025.
Marel will supply Laxey with its Smartline Grader and AXIN software tools which are designed to enhance precision grading and operational efficiency.
The Smartline Grader offers high-speed, accurate salmon sizing, while AXIN software provides real-time data, optimising efficiency and ensuring traceability, product quality and sustainability.
Land-based aquaculture is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the food industry, and this agreement highlights both companies’ commitment to driving innovation and sustainability in the aquaculture sector.
“Our customers want reliable data, high-quality products, and technology that can predict their production line’s status,” said Skúli Sigurðsson, vice president of fish at Marel.
“We are proud to collaborate with Laxey on this project and support their journey to set new benchmarks in aquaculture.”
