About
Ace Aquatec is a welfare-first aquaculture technology company headquartered in Dundee, Scotland. Founded to reimagine sustainable fish farming, the company delivers cutting-edge hardware and software solutions powered by machine learning, stereoscopic imaging, and IoT technologies. Their core product, the A-BIOMASS® camera system, uses AI and computer vision to provide accurate real-time biomass measurements, monitor fish health, detect early signs of disease or lice infestation, and forecast harvest weights — all without manual intervention. This enables fish farmers to make data-driven decisions that maximize yield while maintaining fish welfare. The A-HSU® (Aquatec Humane Stunner) is an industry-leading in-water electric fish stunner designed for species including Atlantic salmon, Pacific salmon, trout, tilapia, yellowtail, and shrimp. Approved by Compassion in World Farming, BAP, and The Centre for Responsible Seafood, it delivers near 100% stun efficacy with minimal stress to the fish. Ace Aquatec also offers FaunaGuard, a marine protection solution designed to safely and temporarily deter marine life from offshore construction zones during pile driving, drilling, and blasting operations. With over 20 prestigious industry awards and active deployments across 26 countries, Ace Aquatec is the innovation partner of choice for aquaculture producers looking to meet the highest welfare and sustainability standards.
Key Features
- A-BIOMASS® AI Camera: Uses machine learning and stereoscopic imaging to deliver accurate real-time biomass estimates, harvest weight forecasts, and early disease or lice detection for multiple fish species.
- A-HSU® Humane Fish Stunner: An in-water electric stunning system achieving near 100% efficacy, approved by major welfare certification bodies for salmon, trout, tilapia, shrimp, and other species.
- FaunaGuard Marine Protection: Safely and temporarily deters marine mammals and wildlife from offshore construction sites during high-energy events such as pile driving and blasting.
- IoT-Driven Fish Health Monitoring: Continuous, real-time monitoring of fish well-being from grow-out through harvest using connected sensor technologies deployed in harsh aquaculture environments.
- Multi-Species Support: Solutions are engineered and certified for a wide range of species including Atlantic salmon, trout, tilapia, shrimp, sea bass, sea bream, barramundi, and yellowtail.
Use Cases
- Commercial salmon farms using A-BIOMASS® to automate daily biomass sampling and improve harvest planning accuracy.
- Tilapia producers replacing traditional pump-and-brail chill harvesting methods with the humane A-HSU® stunner to meet welfare certification requirements.
- Offshore wind and energy companies using FaunaGuard to protect marine mammals during pile driving and subsea construction operations.
- Shrimp aquaculture operations integrating AI-driven health monitoring to detect disease outbreaks early and reduce stock losses.
- Aquaculture certification auditors and buyers verifying welfare compliance through Ace Aquatec's certified stunning and monitoring technology.
Pros
- Industry-Leading Welfare Standards: Products are certified by Compassion in World Farming, BAP, and The Centre for Responsible Seafood, ensuring compliance with the highest global fish welfare benchmarks.
- AI-Driven Precision: The A-BIOMASS® camera leverages machine learning to deliver accurate biomass data and early disease signals, reducing guesswork and improving farm profitability.
- Proven Global Deployment: Active in 26 countries with over 20 industry awards, offering a trusted and battle-tested solution for large-scale commercial aquaculture operations.
Cons
- Hardware-Dependent Solution: The AI and IoT features require proprietary physical hardware installations, making adoption more capital-intensive compared to software-only tools.
- Enterprise-Focused Pricing: Products are designed for commercial-scale fish farms; pricing and deployment complexity may be prohibitive for small-scale or artisanal producers.
- Limited Self-Service Information: Detailed technical specifications and pricing are not publicly available online, requiring direct contact with the Ace Aquatec sales team to evaluate fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the A-BIOMASS® and how does it use AI?
The A-BIOMASS® is a stereoscopic camera system that uses machine learning and artificial intelligence to measure fish biomass in real time, estimate harvest weights, and detect early signs of disease or lice infestation — all without manual sampling.
Which fish species are supported by Ace Aquatec products?
Ace Aquatec products support a wide range of species including Atlantic and Pacific salmon, trout, tilapia, shrimp, sea bass, sea bream, barramundi, yellowtail, and cod.
Is the A-HSU® stunner certified for fish welfare compliance?
Yes. The A-HSU® is approved by Compassion in World Farming, the Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) standard, and The Centre for Responsible Seafood, making it compliant with the highest international fish welfare requirements.
What is FaunaGuard used for?
FaunaGuard is a marine protection solution that uses acoustic deterrents to safely and temporarily move marine life — such as dolphins, porpoises, and seals — away from offshore construction sites during high-energy activities like pile driving, drilling, and blasting.
In how many countries is Ace Aquatec active?
Ace Aquatec operates across 26 countries, supporting commercial aquaculture producers globally with their technology, service, and welfare expertise.
