BIO-UV Group and Innovasea Partnership drives growth in North American aquaculture market

A year after forming their strategic alliance, BIO-UV Group, a French water treatment expert, and Innovasea, a Boston-based provider of aquaculture technology, are reporting impressive results from their collaboration, which has accelerated their commercial expansion and opened new opportunities in North America's growing aquaculture industry.

Since formalizing their partnership, the companies have secured three major projects and are now poised to further strengthen their presence in a market where water quality, sustainability, and operational efficiency are essential.

The collaboration has enabled BIO-UV Group’s advanced water treatment and disinfection technologies to be swiftly deployed across North America, leveraging Innovasea’s established network and expertise in recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS). By adapting BIO-UV’s ultraviolet treatment systems to meet regional regulatory and environmental standards, the companies have tailored solutions for high-performance, sustainable fish farming operations.

The success of their partnership is highlighted by three key contracts that integrate BIO-UV systems into state-of-the-art aquaculture facilities.

Among the early adopters is Santomar, a leader in regenerative aquaculture based in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico. Santomar, known for its sustainable approach to cultivating species such as totoaba and red snapper, has adopted BIO-UV systems to disinfect water for its larval hatcheries. This installation ensures pathogen-free conditions without harming the live feed organisms vital to early-stage fish health, a critical element of Santomar’s regenerative aquaculture model.

At a U.S. state-operated freshwater hatchery specializing in cool-water species, BIO-UV’s ultraviolet reactors were selected for their reliability in maintaining disinfection efficiency despite seasonal temperature variations. These systems support conservation efforts and assist in the hatchery's stock-repopulation goals.

In Hawaii, Blue Ocean Mariculture, a sustainable offshore finfish producer, has integrated BIO-UV reactors into its closed-loop aquaculture system to protect Hawaiian kanpachi broodstock from parasites and disease. This shift from flow-through to recirculating aquaculture underscores Blue Ocean’s commitment to sustainability, and the system is set to be fully operational by this spring.

"The results are undeniable," said Simon Marshall, Deputy General Manager of BIO-UV Group. "Our technologies have proven effective across diverse aquaculture environments, and our partnership with Innovasea has provided the expertise and reach to make a significant impact in this essential industry. These early deployments are just the beginning, and we are already working on additional projects to expand our presence."

Marc Turano, Vice President of Innovasea, added, "Our collaboration with BIO-UV Group has allowed us to combine our strengths to deliver innovative, effective, and sustainable water treatment solutions. We're excited to continue building on this partnership and exploring new opportunities together."

The companies have confirmed that more projects are in the works, with increasing interest from both public and private sector operators looking to meet the rising demand for protein through responsible aquaculture practices. As regulatory and environmental pressures continue to shape the industry, BIO-UV Group and Innovasea are positioning themselves as a preferred partnership for farms seeking to scale operations while maintaining high standards for water quality and animal welfare.

Hawaiian kanpachi, a premium species at Blue Ocean Mariculture, is prized by chefs for its flavor, texture, and versatility—serving as a prime example of the culinary and commercial value that sustainable, high-quality aquaculture can deliver when supported by advanced technology.