Innovasea has recently welcomed Erik Vis to its team as the new leader for aquaculture services. He brings a wealth of experience as a seasoned fish farmer.
With more than 20 years of experience as an aquaculture farm operator and manager, Vis is the perfect candidate. Among his most recent roles is director of the fish business unit at Naqua, one of the world's biggest aquaculture operations. There, Vis oversaw the 10,000-ton Barramundi multi-site operation in Saudi Arabia.
In addition, before joining Naqua in 2020, Vis served as general manager of Blue Ocean Mariculture's Seriola Farm in Hawaii. A company where he oversaw the initial development of a new processing plant. He also has on his resume the position of director of operations at Open Blue in Panama, the world's largest submerged sea cobia farm, where he managed a staff of 100.
Both companies are part of the Cuna del Mar portfolio of companies, including Innovasea. Moreover, both rely heavily on Innovasea's technology, systems, and equipment.
"I've been working with Innovasea for years as a customer and have always been impressed by the company's creativity, its people and its commitment to fostering sustainable aquaculture," said Vis. "This was a wonderful opportunity for me and my family, and I'm excited to pass along to clients what I've learned over the years."
His new employer had nothing but praise for him, recognizing his exceptional capabilities and skills for Innovasea. "Erik brings a wealth of hands-on, egg-to-harvest mariculture knowledge that he will be able to share with clients who are starting fish farms or looking to expand or improve existing operations," said Innovasea CEO David Kelly. "He has farmed all over the world in myriad environments, and his wisdom and insights bring an additional layer of expertise to Innovasea."
Driven by cutting-edge technology and a deep commitment to the development of aquaculture, Innovasea takes an active role. Their vision is to ensure the sustainability of oceans and freshwater ecosystems for generations to come. With a global team of over 275 dedicated professionals, Innovasea offers comprehensive fish farming and aquatic species research solutions. Their portfolio includes top-notch equipment built for longevity and efficiency, expert consulting services, and groundbreaking platforms and products.
