Aker ASA invests in post-smolt production at Træna
Aker ASA announced today that Aker Capital AS (collectively referred to as “Aker”) is participating in an equity financing round in the post-smolt salmon producer Gaia Salmon Holding AS (“Gaia Salmon”), investing NOK 155 million for 25.3% ownership in the company. Rodo Landbasert AS holds approximately 45% ownership. Gaia Salmon is building a post-smolt production facility at Træna, Norway, with annual capacity of up to ~7,200 tonnes of post-smolt.Aker is invested in offshore aquaculture through SalMar Aker Ocean AS (“SAO”). In conjunction with Aker’s direct investment in Gaia Salmon, SAO