August 7, 2023

Norwegian data analytics firm unveils AI-powered platforms to optimise aquaculture operations

Bergen, Norway-based aquaculture data analytics firm, Manolin, has launched its Watershed and Harpoon platforms, which enable fish farmers and aquaculture suppliers to enhance their operational decisions through AI-powered insights, SeafoodSource reported.

Manolin's Watershed platform offers a free tier designed for data streamlining and research purposes. For more comprehensive features, a paid add-on equips users with farm site visualisation, benchmarking capabilities, and real-time alerts concerning production issues.

Tony Chen, chief executive officer of Manolin, emphasises the transformative nature of Watershed, enabling fish farmers to embrace smarter, more efficient growth strategies. He envisions Watershed as a pivotal tool for driving proactive management and fostering sustainable expansion within the aquaculture domain.

Complementing the Watershed platform, Manolin's Harpoon platform empowers aquaculture suppliers in the realm of product research and market positioning. John Constantino, chief technology officer of Manolin, elaborates on Harpoon's transformative potential, equipping companies to elevate their product research and market understanding. With Harpoon, businesses can gauge their products against industry benchmarks, set realistic goals, and optimise features for a stronger market foothold. This comprehensive data intelligence not only enhances customer relationships but positions clients as industry leaders. Constantino expresses anticipation for Harpoon's positive influence on clients' growth trajectories.

Chen said that the platform underlines the pivotal role these platforms play in modernizing aquaculture practices. By harnessing predictive analytics, Watershed acts as a safeguard, alerting farmers to potential issues and risks, thereby allowing them to allocate more time to strategic planning. The benchmarking capabilities of Watershed enable farms to discern effective strategies tailored to their operations, fostering efficiency in growth. Constantino underscores how Watershed's insights enable strategic growth with unparalleled efficiency.

Havard Olsen, chief executive officer of Kvaroy Fiskeoppdrett, attests to Manolin's effectiveness. He said that Manolin's data intelligence platform has been instrumental in overcoming common barriers such as reporting and insights, enabling their company to unlock the full potential of our farm data, providing real-time visibility and empowering them to make data-driven decisions with confidence.

Manolin, which emerged from the Hatch start-up accelerator in 2018, has consistently revolutionised the aquaculture intelligence sector. The firm has introduced a suite of technological innovations ranging from benchmarking tools and geospatial analysis to risk forecasting and disease tracking.

-      SeafoodSource