First Water Fase 1 Landbasert Lakseanlegg på Island

Kontrakt om prefab betongelementer

Overhalla Betongbygg AS has signed a contract worth 55 million Norwegian kroner with the Icelandic company First Water for the supply of prefabricated concrete elements. This contract covers the final phase of the first construction stage of First Water's new land-based salmon farming facility located in Þorlákshöfn, Iceland. The contract involves the production and delivery of approximately 4,300 tons of concrete elements to be used in building eight large fish tanks, each with a diameter of 28 meters, a height of 9.5 meters, and a capacity of around 5,600 cubic meters of water.

Produksjon og levering i 2027

The concrete elements are produced at Overhalla in Norway, with planned delivery to Iceland at the beginning of 2027. The project requires meticulous planning and precision in production, transport, and logistics due to the heavy and technically demanding elements. Continuous close collaboration between Overhalla Betongbygg and First Water has been established to ensure technical solutions and safe, efficient execution, factors considered vital for the success of the project. The use of prefabricated concrete components provides durable and efficient construction methods that allow for quality control and streamlined onsite assembly.

Dobler lakseproduksjonskapasitet

This project marks a significant capacity increase for First Water. Upon completion of the first phase, the annual production capacity of gutted salmon will double from 5,000 to 10,000 tons. The overall facility is planned to be expanded in six phases, with a long-term goal of reaching a production capacity of 60,000 tons per year. This industrial growth not only supports increased salmon production but also represents an opportunity for Norwegian industry, highlighting knowledge export, competence development, and the creation of new jobs.

Strategisk samarbeid og innovasjon

The contract and partnership between Overhalla Betongbygg and First Water underscore the strategic importance of the project in advancing innovative solutions for land-based aquaculture. It positions Overhalla Betongbygg as a key player in developing next-generation salmon farming infrastructure, reinforcing Norwegian expertise in international markets. This collaboration opens doors for ongoing cooperation and further industrialization of concrete solutions beyond Norway's borders, emphasizing quality, efficiency, and environmental sustainability in construction.

Fokus på risiko og sikkerhet

While the summaries do not provide detailed information on environmental risks or pending approvals, the focus on precision, technical collaboration, and prefabrication implies attention to minimizing construction risks and ensuring project safety. The phased expansion plan allows for managed growth and adaptation throughout the development process.