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Aker Biomarine to have new vessel built in China to catch Antarctic krill

Aker BioMarine CEO Matts Johansen and CODA chairman Hu Wiping. (Photo: Aker BioMarine)

(NORWAY, 10/23/2018)

Aker BioMarine has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with representatives from non-profit organisation China Overseas Development Association (CODA) for the construction and final fit out of a high-tech vessel.

The new support vessel, which is expected to be ready by December 2020, will replace their existing transportation vessel La Manche and will be based on the latest energy saving and environmentally-friendly technology.

Photo: La Manche vessel (Source: Stock File)

“Renowned for their expertise and capacity to deliver, we are thrilled to continue modernizing and improving our operations with Chinese pa... (More Info)

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