Early detection of microscopic threats to healthy fish habitats

Who we are

FP AQUA is at the forefront of transforming aquaculture with innovative technology that addresses critical challenges for industry and biodiversity.

Our initial focus is on the salmon aquaculture market, providing real-time monitoring solutions to combat parasites like sea lice, micro jellyfish, and other harmful zooplankton.

The challenge we’re solving

Salmon lice significantly impact the salmon farming industry, causing increased mortality rates, compromising fish welfare, and demanding substantial financial investments.

Norway, the world's largest salmon farming industry, spends around 5 billion NOK annually on salmon lice control.

The magnitude of the problem is increasing and threatens wild fish populations and the marine environment.

Current methods involving medical treatments have in some cases lead to sea lice resistance.

PlanktonSensor V4™


  • Detect threats earlier

  • V4 Using a 64MP camera adapted into a high-resolution underwater microscope in a waterproof housing

  • Measure at various depths

  • Types of species is expandable to monitor other harmful zooplankton like micro jellyfish


Data Platform (under development)


  • Monitor seasonal variations

  • Get access to site-to-site comparisons

  • Contribute to regional monitoring efforts

  • Reporting and documentation made easy


Prototype testing with our technology partners

FAQs

Learn more about our technology

  • The sensor is designed to monitor zooplankton and phytoplankton that displays positive phototaxis and are attracted to the sensor. Plankton serve as critical indicators of marine ecosystem health, and their monitoring provides valuable early warnings of ecological changes.

  • The sensor utilizes 420 nm light to attract zooplankton.

  • Resolution is around 3 micrometers, which means that we are able to detect and classify zooplankton and phytoplankton, that display positive phototaxis, down to 100 micrometers. The upper limit for target organisms we can target is around 3000 micrometers.

  • We train a compact inference model based on the auto clustered data, using a vision transformer for YOLO / Detectron2 object detection.

  • The submerged microscope uses a single cable for power and gigabit ethernet. Currently, all image and video data are uploaded to the shore through high-speed links. As we improve our auto-segmentation model, we'll only send the important parts of the images and videos to reduce data transfer. Eventually, our AI models will analyze the data directly on the submerged camera or an on-pen AI edge server, eliminating the need for high-speed data uploads.

  • Yes, FP Aqua can develop an API.

  • Yes, the technology can be adapted for monitoring various marine species and ecosystems beyond just salmon.

  • We provide crucial tools for assessing the state of marine ecosystems. By offering precise and continuous monitoring, the solution can identify early signs of ecological stress and evaluate the effectiveness of initiatives aimed at improving ocean health.

  • Partnerships are a critical component of our strategy. We are actively seeking additional partners for technology validation and future collaborations. We believe our technology aligns perfectly with the industry’s trend towards digitalization and partnerships.

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Join our growing team

FP Aqua is at the forefront of transforming aquaculture with innovative technology that addresses critical industry challenges.

We invite you to join us in this exciting journey towards a sustainable and profitable future for global aquaculture.

  • Do you think your skills are a great fit for us? We would love to hear from you.

    You will play a key role in shaping the future of our technology and driving our mission to make aquaculture more efficient and environmentally friendly.

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