Event

Ava Ocean completes first Barents Sea scallop test harvest

Dec 23, 2022 · Demonstration · Ava Ocean · Maritime

Ava Ocean completed the first full-scale Barents Sea test of its non-invasive seabed harvesting system aboard Arctic Pearl.

  • The first basket of Arctic scallops came aboard in the early hours of 23 December 2022.
  • The harvesting gear worked on its first attempt in difficult weather and collected scallops with very little bycatch.
  • The two-week voyage reopened Norway's Arctic scallop fishery while identifying further work needed in the onboard factory.

Ava Ocean develops seabed harvesting technology designed to collect seafood resources while monitoring and protecting marine ecosystems. Founded in Ålesund, the company combines specialised vessels, sensors and precision subsea equipment for selective ocean operations.

Company
Ava Ocean
Segment
Maritime
Event type
Demonstration
Added to Korthos
Jul 17, 2026
Geography
Ålesund · Norway