Programme highlights

The 5th Offshore Mariculture Conference will provide the perfect opportunity to discuss topical issues and exchange information and ideas on the business of offshore fish farming. The conference takes place 9-11 April 2014, Naples, Italy. Book your place now!

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The conference will guide delegates through the current legislation and regulations that have an impact on the development of the industry that must be kept in mind when looking at the economical challenges of securing investment and capital, and the technology needed to ensure profitability. Delegates will receive an insight via case studies on the success of offshore farms operating today as well as new technologies in stock management, cage solutions and developments in feed and nutrition.

Highlights of the conference programme include:

  • Conference chaired by Alessandro Lovatelli, Aquaculture Officer, FAO of the United Nations
  • Keynote speakers José Aguilar-Manjarrez, Aquaculture Officer, FIRA and FAO, Paul Holthus, founding President/CEO, World Ocean Council and Katherine Hawes, Principal, Aquarius Lawyers “The Fish Lawyer” will open debate on how to move offshore mariculture forward effectively
  • Dedicated session on investment in offshore mariculture today
  • Technological innovations for offshore mariculture – cage and nets
  • Equipment update from manufacturers VIPICUL, Offshore Fish Farm Protection, DDD- Dolphin Dissuasive Device and Refa Med Italy
  • Conference dinner at the Historia Massa Restaurant, Caserta, Naples

View the full conference programme here!

Online delegate booking is still available and all places include access to the two day conference, conference dinner and visit to an offshore fish farm.

Don’t miss your opportunity to attend – book your place now!

Fish farmers receive preferential rates to attend; contact the Events team today for more information and to obtain your discount code on +44 1329 825335 or email conferences@offshoremariculture.com.