UK Seafood Innovation Fund

SIF supports bold & ambitious #tech-driven projects that will enable a step-change in the productivity & sustainability of the UK #seafood sector.

[UK Seafood Innovation Fund @SeafoodFund]

The Seafood Innovation Fund is entering its final week! Over the last 6 years, we have followed 115 different projects, each delivering cutting-edge #technology and #innovation.

To find out more about the achievements of all our projects, read here: https://t.co/u9zSESunoZ

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With the Seafood Innovation Fund closing this week, we're looking back at some of our key achievements. Seafood Innovation 25 was a chance for us to spotlight our projects and hear what our funding has led to.

You can read more about the event here: https://t.co/4RGsJ9hUtI

[UK Seafood Innovation Fund @SeafoodFund]

The Seafood Innovation Fund is coming to an end this month - but innovation in seafood continues! The @BlueFoodSummit Summit is 8-9 April and you might see a few familiar speakers.

To find out more and keep the innovation conversation going, click here: https://t.co/6e9B5UsWVb

[UK Seafood Innovation Fund @SeafoodFund]

Another exciting next step for one of SIF's #seafoodinnovators: The Roslin Institute has secured new funding to continue their research into salmon health.

Find out more about their next steps here:
https://t.co/EgLDRl0d50

[Cefas @CefasGovUK]

Last week, we gathered nearly 200 industry leaders, researchers, and innovators at the #SI25 in London. The event showcased the latest innovations in the seafood industry. 🌐

Read more: https://t.co/npfLcfIHnQ

Thanks to our partners @DefraGovUK @seafishuk and @MWCMarine

[Cefas @CefasGovUK]

We've had an incredible 2 days at #SI25
From breaking down the importance of sustainability to diving into innovation, this event brought together innovators, producers, retailers, NGOs, and policymakers.

@seafish @DefraGovUK
#SeafoodInnovation2025

[UK Seafood Innovation Fund @SeafoodFund]

Read this article to hear more about the project’s current state of work, or head over to our completed projects page to find out more about the device.

https://t.co/b8ns39h7BE

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Building from their SIF-funded project, East Coast Innovation Inc. (ECI) is set to launch commercially this year!

Their SmoothMove device, designed to reduce fish crowding near vessels, has secured more funding and will be available to customers soon ⤵️
https://t.co/b8ns39h7BE

[UK Seafood Innovation Fund @SeafoodFund]

Interested in underwater technologies? Tritonia Scientific Ltd, one of our wonderful #seafoodinnovators, has contributed to a new research paper exploring the use of technology for underwater habitat surveys.

Head to this article that breaks it down:
https://t.co/eYtzYF1SJZ

[UK Seafood Innovation Fund @SeafoodFund]

We’ve loved the opportunity to celebrate #seafood #innovation and share the groundbreaking work of SIF-funded projects at #SI25. If you want to know more about the achievements of all our 115 projects, you can read more here: https://t.co/82w1Nbwb7J

[Cefas @CefasGovUK]

We've had an incredible 2 days at #SI25
From breaking down the importance of sustainability to diving into innovation, this event brought together innovators, producers, retailers, NGOs, and policymakers.

@seafish @DefraGovUK
#SeafoodInnovation2025

[UK Seafood Innovation Fund @SeafoodFund]

@BumpByMimica @Blakbear_ Experts from @RobertGordonUni set out to develop a commercial rapid field test for shellfish toxins. Rounding off the SIF talks at #SI25, Christine Edwards shares how their work can increase confidence in the safety of shellfish products. ⏩ https://t.co/wutQAZzrnI

[UK Seafood Innovation Fund @SeafoodFund]

It’s a fresh day at #SeafoodInnovation2025 with plenty more SIF projects on the agenda. Today, our #SeafoodInnovators will be talking about their work in two crucial areas: Supply Chain, Processing & the Consumer, and #Sustainability
#SI25

[UK Seafood Innovation Fund @SeafoodFund]

@BumpByMimica Continuing the battle against #seafood waste, @Blakbear_ takes the stage to highlight new sensors that directly measure fish spoilage throughout supply chains. ⏩ https://t.co/a1omeKMlcs

[UK Seafood Innovation Fund @SeafoodFund]

@AquaPowerTech Hemp by-products as a protein source for #Scottish #salmon?

Suneet Shivaprasad of Rare Earth Global discusses an alternative feed option for one of the UK’s most important #aquaculture exports. ⏩ https://t.co/p1vB8Rtw9L

[UK Seafood Innovation Fund @SeafoodFund]

Sam Etherington of @AquaPowerTech is breaking down how we can reduce diesel use and harness wave energy in the aquaculture industry.

⏩ https://t.co/TEoVTJmLm8

and ⤵️ https://t.co/Y7ZlpzBDvq

[Cefas @CefasGovUK]

It's Day 2 of #SI25 🐟

We kick off the day with an opening address from Minister @DanielZeichner followed by discussions on innovation across #seafood processing, sustainability, and finance.

@seafishuk @DefraGovUK @SeafoodFund

#SeafoodInnovation2025

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Wrapping up Day 1 for SIF projects, Tim Van Berkel of @CornishSeaweed presents “SeaMist”: a high yield, low impact land-based seaweed cultivation system. Check out more about the project ⤵️ https://t.co/sWKc03YTJC

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It’s day 1 of Seafood Innovation 2025 (#SI25) and several #SIF funded projects are at the Royal Society in London to discuss their groundbreaking work.

Follow the thread below to keep track of what our #SeafoodInnovators are up to. ⤵️

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@Pulcea_ @MiAlgae Lumpfish are often used in aquaculture to tackle sea lice. Paul Howes of @SwanseaUni takes us through a new tool for improving welfare in lumpfish farming: the Lumpfish Welfare Watcher. Find out more here: https://t.co/tenmr615FM