AKVA group has completed its first upgrade from the control system AKVA connect 2 to Terraq. The upgrade was carried out at Neptun Salmo in Røyklibotn, Namsos, marking the start of a broader transition where more facilities will be upgraded to a more stable and future-oriented system.

A control system is used to monitor and manage the technical processes at a fish farming facility – such as water quality, oxygen levels and feeding. AKVA connect 2 has been in use for many years, while Terraq is the newest platform developed for land-based aquaculture. It provides better system overview, increased reliability, and enables further development and automation.

Since 2017, all new land-based projects from AKVA group have been built using Terraq. The work to upgrade existing facilities is now underway.

“The transition from AKVA connect 2 to Terraq has been a very positive experience for us at Neptun Salmo. The planning gave us confidence and predictability, the implementation was efficient and well coordinated, and the follow-up afterwards has been excellent. The system works well today and is ready for further development and improvement,” says Anders Bjørkli, General Manager at Neptun Salmo.

AKVAgroupService Engineer demonstrating Terraq – AKVA group’s modern SCADA system for land-based aquaculture. Photo: AKVA group

With the upgrade to Terraq, customers receive a system that is both future-proof and better equipped to meet new requirements. This applies to AKVA connect 2 as the control system for land-based facilities (RAS), not the solution used for feeding at sea sites. As a modern SCADA system, Terraq offers stronger protection against cyber threats, while the platform is scalable and regularly updated in accordance with laws and standards. The solution also enables 24/7 service and support, providing customers with fast response times, operational security, and a solid foundation for further development.

Close collaboration throughout

The project was planned, tested and carried out by AKVA group in close cooperation with its partner Init, a technology company delivering solutions and expertise within automation and industrial control systems.