International classification society DNV GL is expanding its presence in the aquaculture industry following its acquisition of Norwegian classification body, Noomas Sertifisering (NOOMAS).

The acquisition means NOOMAS can support the aquaculture industry with a "stronger structure". Photo: Thomas Bjørkan

The acquisition means NOOMAS can support the aquaculture industry with a "stronger structure". Photo: Thomas Bjørkan

NOOMAS, based in Bergen, supports aquaculture farms through certification to become safer and more sustainable and to help the industry meet regulations and requirements for floating fish farms and related equipment (NYTEK and NS 9415).

“We are looking forward to being able to serve our customers with the same people and competence but with a broader portfolio and the benefits of a stronger structure and organisation,” said Jon-Terje Lepsøy, founder and CEO of NOOMAS. “With this move, I am confident that we together can create more value for our customers over time.”

DNV GL says the acquisition will increase its capability and footprint in the aquaculture sector, in particular in Norway, which has a strong position in global marine aquaculture

“NOOMAS’ technical services targeting the operations of fish farms complement very well our existing portfolio for the aquaculture value chain,” added Luca Crisciotti, CEO of DNV GL – Business Assurance.

“This acquisition will allow us to offer a more comprehensive portfolio of third-party certification services to fish farms and the total aquaculture sector, improving our ability to help the industry in their efforts to become safer and more sustainable,” he concluded.

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