UK indoor shrimp farm Three-Sixty Aquaculture has announced the appointment of Neil Reynolds as Chair of the Board. In his role, Reynolds will oversee water quality management as the company continues its mission to lead sustainable innovation in recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS).
In a statement, the Wales-based company said that Reynolds brings a wealth of experience from the water treatment and engineering sectors having spearheaded transformative projects in both developed and emerging economies.
He has also served on multiple boards, including Network Rail International and the Saudi Water Authority.
“Bringing Neil on board is a game-changer for Three-Sixty Aquaculture, given his successful track record in water sustainability, innovation and governance. His unrivalled knowledge in water systems, and his work in advancing cutting-edge technologies and integrating water with energy and environmental systems will ensure we remain at the forefront of RAS innovation,” Three-Sixty Aquaculture CTO Lee Tanner commented.
“Joining Three-Sixty Aquaculture is an exciting opportunity to push the boundaries of sustainable aquaculture. I look forward to contributing my knowledge and expertise in aligning business success with environmental stewardship to help achieve the company’s vision for zero-discharge systems and to further its reputation as an industry leader in innovative water management,” Reynolds said.
Three-Sixty Aquaculture has also been granted three new innovative patents which it said “set new benchmarks in aquaculture efficiency and sustainability”, and make shrimp farming more viable:
- Four-cell Tank Design – this design allows for the construction of larger tanks than traditional systems, as well as enhancing water movement, pumping and treatment efficiency leading to improved water quality and lower energy usage
- Continuous Harvesting & Grading System – this optimises biomass usage and reduces water waste by enabling in-water harvesting and grading
- Waste & Mort Removal System – this automated system efficiently removes waste and morts, as well as improving tank hygiene
Having developed its proprietary technology in its existing R&D facility in Swansea and raised GBP 3.5 million in a Series A funding round, Three-Sixty Aquaculture is now able to increase capacity via a new facility being built in Neath, Wales.
It’s intended that the new site will allow the business to commercialise its shrimp farming at scale to supply the UK’s restaurant and hospitality trade as well as selling direct to consumers in the coming year.
