Frøy secures newbuild contract for advanced wellboat at murueta shipyard.
Norwegian wellboat and aquaculture services company Frøy has signed a contract with Murueta Shipyard in Spain to build a next-generation wellboat, designed to improve fish welfare, energy efficiency, and digital security.
The 87.7-meter vessel, expected for delivery in fall 2027, will feature a 4,500 cubic meter capacity and an energy-efficient well circulation system aimed at reducing power consumption while enhancing water quality for transported fish.
“We work in an industry where new technologies and solutions are in continuous development. With this boat, we are at the forefront and have the opportunity to adapt to important innovations on an ongoing basis,” said Frøy CEO Tonje Foss in a press release. “Frøy aims to constantly deliver the best wellboat service on the market, ensuring growth for the aquaculture industry.”
The vessel, developed in collaboration with Salt Ship Design and featuring a fish-handling system from MMC First Process, will be future-proofed for alternative energy sources, including hybrid technology and alternative fuels.
“We have prioritized a data-driven approach to achieve lower emissions and more energy-efficient operations,” said Kristian Reiten, Director of Technology at Frøy. “Analysis of data from our existing vessels under different operating conditions has helped us select the most optimal solutions.”
A key focus has been placed on cybersecurity, with the vessel set to become the first in the world to receive DNV Cyber Secure (+) certification, ensuring high-level IT security and compliance with sustainability documentation standards.
“An important factor we must take into account is the security of the IT link, as well as documentation of fish welfare, energy consumption, and sustainability requirements,” Reiten added.
The new vessel underscores Frøy’s commitment to technological innovation and sustainability, strengthening its position as a leading provider of wellboat services in the aquaculture industry.
