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From the Shadows to the Spotlight: Thelma Biotel’s Leap into Aquaculture

The last six months have been a period of preparation, transformation, and anticipation — a waiting game before stepping out from the shadows and into what feels like a new era for Thelma Biotel.

Although we have had a small toe in the aquaculture industry since 2012, our presence has always been cautious, shaped by our roots in advanced research and technology development. This year, that changes. We are no longer dipping a toe — we are diving in with both feet.

In collaboration with Kadabra and INAQ, we have spent the last few months engaged in an intensive, hands-on project designed to position Thelma Biotel firmly on the map of the aquaculture industry. This initiative began in early 2025, alongside major changes within our company — including new leadership and the addition of experienced aquaculture professionals to our research-driven team.

Our goal is not to step away from our beloved research fields — far from it. We are doubling down on our scientific expertise, using it as the foundation for growth. This new chapter is about building bridges: combining deep research knowledge with industry needs, and establishing Thelma Biotel as a trusted technology partner within aquaculture.

Because we believe that:

Research + Aquaculture = TRUE

We know that when strong minds and good intentions come together — as seen in collaborations between NTNU, MOWI, NovaSea, Bjørøya and others in the Beiar fjord, where cutting-edge research meets industry to solve real-world challenges — great things happen..

As Aqua Nor 2025 approaches, we are ready to step into the spotlight — to share our vision, demonstrate our technology, and show the aquaculture world what Thelma Biotel can bring to the table. The wait is over.

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