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The INNOAQUA project represents a pioneering initiative with the objective of effecting a transformation in the domain of aquaculture through the implementation of innovative, sustainable solutions. In the context of growing demand for environmentally friendly food production methods, the INNOAQUA project unites research institutions, industry leaders, and sustainability advocates in the development of forward-thinking approaches to aquaculture.

The INNOAQUA project was showcased at Aquaculture 2025, the world’s largest aquaculture conference, held in New Orleans, Louisiana (USA), on March 8, 2025. The European Aquaculture Society (EAS), a key partner in the project, presented INNOAQUA in the Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) session, highlighting its innovative approach to sustainable aquaculture.

We are pleased to announce that INNOAQUA will be featured at the 21st International Conference on Renewable Resources and Biorefineries (RRB 2025), taking place from June 2 to 4, 2025, in Turku, Finland.

The INNOAQUA project is set to participate at AQUACULTURE 2025, the world’s largest aquaculture meeting, taking place March 6–10, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. 

Dr. Dorinde M.M. Kleinegris, Principal Investigator in Microalgae at NORCE Norwegian Research Centre and Associate Professor in Marine Biotechnology at the University of Bergen (UiB), will be among the distinguished speakers at the Young Algaeneers Symposium (YAS25). 

As global food systems grapple with challenges arising from population growth and environmental constraints, aquaculture continues to present itself as a vital solution. To highlight groundbreaking developments in this field, the European Aquaculture Society (EAS) organized an EAStalk webinar on 11 February 2025 titled "INNOAQUA approach coupling algae & fish production to produce high-value food products." This event provided an insightful overview of the EU-funded INNOAQUA project, which has been running for 18 months and is dedicated to innovative algae integration in sustainable aquaculture practices.

Within the INNOAQUA project, our project partner Leitat plays a pivotal role in the production of innovative Fish Protein Hydrolysates (FPHs) from fish processing by-products. These FPHs are used for the development of novel seafood and plant-based food formulations. Specifically, Leitat is demonstrating pre-industrial scale processes for protein extraction from alternative sources, contributing to the valorization of fish processing waste.

The EAStalk webinar series continues to showcase cutting-edge innovations in aquaculture, and the next installment is one you won’t want to miss! Join us for the webinar titled: "The INNOAQUA Approach to Coupled Algae and Fish Production to Produce High-Value Food Products".

Are you ready to explore groundbreaking innovations in sustainable aquaculture? The latest episode of the EAStalk Podcast is here, featuring the trailblazing INNOAQUA Project.

On December 13, 2024, the INNOAQUA project was featured at the ALGAEUROPE conference, a key international event focused on algae research and its applications. Held in Athens, the conference convened experts from academia, industry, and policy sectors to discuss advancements in algae technologies and their role in sustainability.