Country’s own Ocean Cluster echoes Iceland’s pioneering initiative
Speaking at the IceFish 2026 Conferences in Iceland this September, Seafood Scotland’s CEO, Donna Fordyce, will be addressing the difficulties – as well as the many opportunities – unfolding before Scottish aquaculture and fish farming.
IceFish 2026 will also be held as the Scottish Ocean Cluster marks its 18-month anniversary. Donna is a member of the Cluster’s steering group, with the grouping both inspired by and closely based on the pioneering Iceland Ocean Cluster initiative.
Launched in March 2025, the Scottish Ocean Cluster — founded by Seafood Scotland with the Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Centre (IBioIC), Zero Waste Scotland, Opportunity North East, and Aberdeenshire Council — has worked to transform the way Scotland uses seafood ‘side streams’ – the parts of the fish not used in traditional protein markets. Research indicates these streams could triple their value if directed to higher value usage than oil or feed.
Speaking after the Cluster’s launch Donna said: “Everything we do has to benefit the industry. We’ve also got to support our coastal communities and contribute in terms of economics and innovation – utilising not just the materials that we have but the knowledge, understanding and science that are here as well. This is an excellent opportunity to do that – a huge opportunity for our seafood industry and for Scotland.”
Last November Dr Tracy White was appointed as Project Manager at the Scottish Ocean Cluster. With wide experience of supporting companies in their development of high-value products from by-products, she will also be speaking at the 100% Fish for Profit Conference (formerly known as Fish Waste for profit).
Hear what she has to say ahead of the main event at the 100% Fish for Profit Webinar, June 2nd, HERE
For more information and to book your delegate pass, visit the IceFish Conferences website here
