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Benchmark Genetics becomes part of Novo Holdings’ investment portfolio Benchmark Genetics (‘Benchmark Genetics’ or ‘the Company’) is pleased to announce that it has officially joined as a portfolio company of […]
Thomas Samdal appointed CFO of Benchmark Genetics. Benchmark Genetics has appointed Thomas Samdal as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). He assumed the role on 1 April and is a […]
Benchmark Genetics appoints Global Commercial Director, Genetics Services. Benchmark Genetics is pleased to announce the appointment of Bruno Decock as Global Commercial Director, Genetics Services, effective 1 March 2026, while continuing […]
Benchmark Genetics announces new board of directors. Benchmark Genetics, a global leader in selective breeding and genetics for aquaculture, has announced the appointment of its new Board of Directors, effective […]
Benchmark Genetics welcomes new CEO and strengthens leadership team. Benchmark Genetics has announced that Kristian Botnen has assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer. In connection with his arrival, the […]
Benchmark Genetics appoints Kristian Botnen as Chief Executive Officer. Benchmark Genetics announces the appointment of Kristian Botnen as Chief Executive Officer starting November 3rd, 2025. Botnen brings extensive leadership experience […]
Benchmark Genetics CEO to step down – Interim leadership appointed. Benchmark Genetics (‘Benchmark Genetics’ or ‘the Company’) announces that Geir Olav Melingen has decided to resign from his position as […]
Benchmark focus on customer service. As part of Benchmark’s continuous effort to improve their customer service, from 1st July are bringing together their Health and Genetics salmon activities under the […]
Benchmark Genetics disease-free compartment in Chile opens for export of genetics to the global salmon market. On May 19th, 2023, Benchmark Genetics Chile received the Disease-Free Compartment Certification from the […]
Benchmark signs agreement to integrate CleanTreat® systems onboard well-boats. Benchmark signs agreement with MMC First Process AS and Salt Ship Design AS to integrate CleanTreat® systems onboard well-boats. Benchmark Holdings […]
Benchmark reports 27% increase in revenue following a year of sustained growth and strategic delivery. Strong FY2022 results delivered ahead of original market expectations with progress made in commercialisation of […]
Benchmark celebrates first anniversary of CleanTreat® system launch. Customers benefit from increased efficiency and reduction in site treatment time. Benchmark Holdings, the aquaculture biotechnology company, is celebrating one year since […]
Benchmark CEO welcomes first CleanTreat® vessel into Norwegian waters. Benchmark will deploy the salmon industry’s first new medicinal treatment in over a decade, exclusively in conjunction with breakthrough water purification […]
Benchmark secures salmon ova deal with Proximar. Benchmark Genetics will supply land-based salmon project Proximar with salmon ova for its production in Japan. Proximar is a Norwegian industry expert producing quality Atlantic […]
Aquaticode appoints Trond Williksen as Strategic Advisor. Aquaticode, the leader in real-time phenotyping and sorting for aquaculture, has appointed Trond Williksen as Strategic Advisor. Williksen is one of aquaculture’s most experienced […]
Ace Aquatec appoints new Head of Sales to support growth. Award-winning Dundee-based aquaculture technology company Ace Aquatec have begun the new year by expanding their team, with the addition of […]
University of Stirling postdoctoral researcher Simão Zacarias, is the recipient of this year’s eighth annual Global Aquaculture Innovation Award, sponsored by Lineage Logistics, the Global Aquaculture Alliance announced on Oct. […]
Global Salmon Initiative strengthens climate commitments, announcing new ambitious targets as part of advanced vision for the future. Reaching beyond initial ASC certification ambitions, to establish salmon farming as the […]
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