Three-Sixty Aquaculture has pioneered the UK’s only indoor fish farm, producing fresh prawns as an alternative to the imports.
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UK’s only indoor fish farm, Three-Sixty Aquaculture, has begun trials with technology company NanobOx to develop a more efficient and sustainable aquaculture by introducing nanobubble generation technology into the RAS system.
NanobOx's technological solution enhances oxygen transfer within RAS systems. As a result, shrimp growth is accelerated and feed conversion ratios (FCR) are reduced.
Additionally, by generating high concentrations of nanobubbles with lower energy consumption, RAS operators can reduce their costs. Finally, Three-Sixty Aquaculture assures that this initiative may also improve animal health and disease resistance.
"We are excited to partner with Three-Sixty Aquaculture to enhance productivity and lower input costs in their [advanced] RAS using our patented ultra-low energy, high-performance nanobubble generation technology," expressed NanobOx CEO John Favier.
Also, Three-Sixty Aquaculture is conducting CO₂ removal trials with the help of GIS Gas Infusion Systems Inc. This company uses proprietary 3D-printed hydrophobic discs as an alternative to traditional degassing towers. In this way, air and energy requirements are reduced, improving water quality and eliminating costs.
Regarding this, GIS Gas Infusion Executive Chairman, Ken Hight, said: "Three-Sixty Aquaculture embraces innovative technology in its pursuit of excellence, efficiency, and sustainability in aquaculture, and GIS Gas Infusion is delighted to have our innovative solutions incorporated into these tech trials."
The trials will be conducted throughout 2025 and 2026, with initial results expected in Q3 2025. If the outcomes are positive, Three-Sixty Aquaculture even anticipates that these technologies could be applied to higher-density species such as salmon.
"At Three-Sixty Aquaculture, we're always looking for ways to enhance our technical processes and are excited to be embarking on these trials with NanobOx and GIS. Our adoption of nanobubble technology and CO₂ stripping at such low cost could mark a major advancement in producing high-quality, affordable seafood," assured at the RAStech Conference in San Diego, co-founder of Three-Sixty Aquaculture, James Fox-Davies.
