SALMAR FARMING AS

Overview

SalMar Farming AS, a subsidiary of the major Norwegian salmon farming company SalMar, is systematically electrifying its fish farming locations through NVE concession applications for shore power (landstrøm) connections. The company has 5 active concession cases covering at least 6 individual aquaculture sites across Møre og Romsdal and Trøndelag. Their activity reflects a broader industry trend of transitioning offshore fish farming operations from vessel-based power to grid-supplied electricity, reducing emissions and operational costs.

Active Regions

Strategic Focus

SalMar Farming AS is focused exclusively on electrifying its aquaculture operations by securing grid connections (shore power/landstrøm) for fish farming sites. This is a compliance- and sustainability-driven strategy rather than energy production, aimed at decarbonizing fish farm operations by replacing diesel or vessel-based power with land-based grid electricity.

Recent Activity

No changes recorded in the last 30 days based on available data. The Seterneset site in Molde received its concession on 15 July 2026, and the Ørnøya/Rataran/Ruggsteinan shore power facility in Frøya received formal NVE approval for its existing 1.13 MW, 15.5 km submarine cable installation.