Faroe Islands expertise expands to Iceland’s aquaculture industry

Ólavur Í Geil
Jun 22
2 min read

From its base in Kambsdalur, KJ continues to strengthen its position as a key supplier of aquaculture infrastructure in the North Atlantic—most recently through new deliveries and service operations in Iceland.

Following recent activity in the Westfjords, KJ has been servicing fish farming pens and delivering its latest generation of three-tube systems, designed specifically for the demanding conditions of northern waters.

Built for the North Atlantic

Operating in some of the world’s most exposed aquaculture environments, Faroese suppliers have developed a reputation for robust and reliable solutions. KJ’s newest pen systems build directly on this experience.

The company’s latest designs feature:

Strong triple-tube construction, enhancing stability and durability in harsh sea conditions
Wide and secure walkways, improving safety and efficiency in daily operations

These design upgrades reflect a continuous refinement of systems that have already proven effective in the Faroe Islands—one of the most advanced aquaculture regions globally.

Growing demand in iceland

KJ is currently producing 160-meter and 200-meter pens, now being delivered to customers in Iceland’s Westfjords—an area experiencing rapid development in aquaculture.

This expansion highlights a broader trend: increased regional collaboration and knowledge transfer within the North Atlantic aquaculture cluster. Companies in Iceland are increasingly turning to Faroese expertise, developed under similar environmental and operational conditions.

The advantage of being local

A key strength of KJ’s approach lies in its close connection to both suppliers and customers.

By producing locally and working closely with regional partners, the company is able to:

Maintain high quality and flexibility
Respond quickly to customer needs
Ensure solutions are adapted to real operational challenges

This proximity is increasingly seen as a competitive advantage in aquaculture, where conditions vary significantly across locations and require tailored solutions.

Exporting faroese know-how

The activity in Iceland underlines the growing role of Faroese companies as exporters of knowledge, technology, and specialized equipment within the aquaculture sector.

With decades of experience in operating in exposed waters, the Faroe Islands have developed a unique competence base—one that is now finding increased demand beyond national borders.