About
CageEye is a pioneering Norwegian aquatech company transforming salmon farming through advanced hydroacoustic technology and AI-powered data analytics. Built with roots in research and developed in close collaboration with the aquaculture industry, CageEye helps fish farmers deeply understand their fish and optimize production outcomes sustainably. Their core solutions include Discovery and Feeding. Discovery uses echosounders to measure and analyze fish behavior—both historically and in real-time—providing insights into fish positioning and enabling data-driven equipment placement decisions. The Feeding solution is specifically engineered to maximize feeding efficiency, consistency, and fish welfare through Smart Feeding algorithms and a dedicated Feeding Planner. A key differentiator is CageEye's proprietary sensor hardware paired with an on-cage processing cabinet that analyzes hydroacoustic signals directly at the cage 24/7, regardless of water clarity or light conditions. The platform also incorporates pellet detection to further sharpen feeding precision. With 100% representative coverage of the full cage volume, CageEye delivers reliable and continuous data even in the most challenging aquatic environments. Designed for salmon farming operators seeking to reduce feed waste, improve fish welfare metrics, and make evidence-based decisions, CageEye represents the future of smarter, more sustainable aquaculture. It bridges the gap between raw sensor data and actionable farm management intelligence.
Key Features
- Hydroacoustic Fish Monitoring: Uses echosounders to continuously monitor salmon behavior and positioning in real-time and historically, operating fully independently of water visibility or sunlight.
- Smart Feeding Optimization: AI-driven feeding system with a Feeding Planner and Smart Feeding algorithms that reduce feed waste, improve consistency, and promote fish welfare.
- Pellet Detection: Integrated pellet detection technology works alongside hydroacoustics to further optimize feeding accuracy and minimize costly feed loss.
- 24/7 On-Cage Processing: Proprietary sensor and cage cabinet processes hydroacoustic signals directly on the cage around the clock without relying on external infrastructure.
- Equipment Positioning Support: Data-driven recommendations help determine optimal placement of feeding and monitoring equipment within the cage for maximum effectiveness.
Use Cases
- Real-time monitoring of salmon behavior to detect early signs of stress, disease, or welfare issues before they escalate.
- Optimizing feed delivery timing and quantity to reduce feed waste and improve feed conversion ratios across farm operations.
- Using fish positioning data to determine the optimal placement of feeding equipment within cages for maximum coverage.
- Collecting and analyzing historical fish behavior data to inform long-term farm management and operational strategy.
- Supporting sustainable aquaculture practices by minimizing overfeeding, reducing environmental impact, and improving production efficiency.
Pros
- All-Condition Reliability: Hydroacoustic technology operates 24/7 regardless of water visibility or lighting, ensuring uninterrupted data collection in all environmental conditions.
- Full Cage Coverage: Covers a large volume of the cage for 100% representative fish analysis, eliminating blind spots and ensuring consistent data quality.
- Research-Backed R&D: Developed through multiple hardware generations and extensive R&D in collaboration with the aquaculture industry, providing proven, field-tested technology.
- Reduces Feed Waste & Costs: Smart feeding algorithms combined with pellet detection measurably improve feed conversion ratios, directly lowering operating costs.
Cons
- Niche Application: Purpose-built for salmon aquaculture, limiting its applicability to other fish species or farming industries.
- Significant Hardware Investment: As a specialized combined hardware and software solution, it requires upfront capital for sensors, cage cabinets, and on-site installation.
- Physical Installation Required: Deploying hydroacoustic sensors and on-cage processing units adds logistical complexity compared to software-only solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is hydroacoustics and how does CageEye use it?
Hydroacoustics uses sound waves underwater to detect and measure objects and movement. CageEye deploys echosounders in salmon cages to monitor fish behavior, density, and positioning in real-time, providing reliable data regardless of water clarity or ambient light.
What does the Discovery solution include?
Discovery includes historical fish behavior data, real-time fish positioning, equipment positioning support, and continuous monitoring tools that help farmers understand how fish move and behave over time.
How does the CageEye Feeding solution work?
The Feeding solution uses hydroacoustic behavior data combined with a Feeding Planner and Smart Feeding algorithms to determine the optimal timing and quantity of feed, reducing waste and improving fish welfare outcomes.
Does CageEye work at night or in murky water?
Yes. CageEye's hydroacoustic system is completely independent of water visibility and sunlight, operating reliably 24/7 in all conditions—including nighttime, turbid water, and deep-water environments.
Where is CageEye based and who are their customers?
CageEye is headquartered in Oslo, Norway, and primarily serves salmon farming operators in Norway and globally, working closely with the aquaculture industry to develop and refine their technology.
