THE SECTOR
Aquaculture is a rapidly growing sector that is increasingly recognised as a vital solution to global food security and sustainable protein production. As demand for seafood rises, aquaculture presents opportunities to meet this demand while reducing pressure on wild fisheries. However, the sector faces unique challenges, including environmental sustainability, biosecurity risks, and often complex regulatory frameworks. Globally and in Australia, the aquaculture industry is under increasing scrutiny to balance growth with responsible practices that ensure long-term environmental health.
OUR EXPERTISE
Blueshift is as a leading adviser and one of the largest specialist aquaculture advisers in Australia. We have decades of experience in successfully partnering with aquaculture clients, with many of our consultants having had hands-on experience from within the industry. Our team works with businesses to optimise production systems, improve environmental management, advise on sales and marketing issues, and navigate regulatory landscapes.
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From feasibility assessments to operational efficiency improvements, we offer comprehensive support in areas such as species selection, production techniques, and market positioning. We have experience and expertise in a range of species including finfish, prawn, oyster, abalone, and seaweed and hatcheries, nurseries and growing systems including offshore pens, recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS), raceways, ponds, and integrated multitrophic aquaculture (IMTA).
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We aim to help businesses identify and fix problems, grow sustainably and profitably, while meeting the industry, communities’ and customers’ evolving standards.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
Northern Australia Aquaculture Situational Analysis (CRC-NA)
Kepa Kurl Esperance Aquaculture Precinct
Energy use and carbon emissions assessments in the Australian fishing and aquaculture sectors ​​
NEOM Next Generation Aquaculture Park (NGAP) ​
Tiwi Enterprises Crocodile Farm: Business Model Assessment
Due Diligence on an Acquisition Opportunity in the South Australian Oyster Industry
Technical Audit & Review of large shrimp farming enterprise (Jazadco)