Sigurður Trausti Karvelsson, project manager and scientist at First Water in Iceland, will be speaking at the new Aquaculture - Driving Sustainable Growth Conference.
Sigurður Trausti Karvelsson, project manager and scientist at First Water in Iceland, will be speaking at the new Aquaculture - Driving Sustainable Growth Conference, taking place on Tuesday 22 September. The conference is co-located with the IceFish exhibition.
Sigurður will join fellow expert speakers in the “Production, feeds and recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS)” session.
At First Water Sigurður works on R&D, process monitoring, data analytics, and circular-economy solutions for land-based salmon farming. He holds a PhD in Biomedical Science and has experience leading multidisciplinary projects, including EU-funded initiatives focused on sludge valorisation, biogas research, and sustainable aquaculture.
Sigurður ‘s work combines scientific research, operational problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making to support innovation in aquaculture and environmental technology.
First Water is revolutionizing the salmon farming industry with its innovative approach to sustainable aquaculture. Founded in 2017, the company set out with a clear vision: to produce high-quality salmon while minimizing environmental impact and leading the way in responsible seafood production. By harnessing Iceland’s unique natural resources, particularly its renewable energy and pristine seawater, First Water is already setting new standards in the industry.
Find out more information on the Conference and book your delegate place here.
