SalMar Aker Ocean deal signals offshore commitment despite regulatory hurdles

Offshore farming has taken longer time to realize due to slow regulatory processes, which could be part of the rationale behind Aker's stake sale, an analyst said.

SalMar Aker Ocean's Arctic Offshore Farming facility is located in Troms in northern Norway.
SalMar Aker Ocean's Arctic Offshore Farming facility is located in Troms in northern Norway.Photo: Klaus Hatlebrekke / NRS
Published 12 March 2025, 12:02Updated 12 March 2025, 12:02
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