Collaboration for a future-oriented aquaculture facility
Nordic Halibut is establishing a new, fully integrated land-based aquaculture facility in Tingvoll. The facility consists of two large production buildings and a dedicated pump station, marking a significant step forward for land-based halibut farming. The project aims to enable stable, efficient, and more environmentally conscious production, with the first tanks planned to be commissioned at the end of 2026.
High demands in a challenging environment
Land-based fish farm facilities place strict demands on robust technical solutions. They require corrosion-resistant systems, flexible and durable cable management routes, long service life with minimal maintenance, and predictable logistics throughout the project. In a facility containing both process equipment and solar panel installations, the entire value chain must operate seamlessly to ensure both quality and progress.
NEAS: More than an installer
NEAS is a key partner for Nordic Halibut – and for us at Wibe Group. Their role extends far beyond traditional electrical installation. NEAS acts as advisor, sparring partner, and quality assurer throughout the entire project.
They contribute with professional assessments early in the process, provide recommendations, and ensure that the chosen solutions withstand the environment and deliver operational reliability.
“We enter projects to contribute, not just to install. Here we have been involved from an early stage, ensuring that all solutions are robust, reliable, and adapted to the environment the facility will operate in. Working with Wibe Group allows us to make the right decisions early on, and we know we will receive technical advice and products that truly withstand the conditions we work in,”
– Trond Torseth, Project Manager, NEAS Elektro
GRP cable support that elevates the project
In this project, we are introducing our new product range of fibreglass-based (FRP/GRP) cable ladders, called Mita Flex. This is one of the first major installations in Norway where this range is being implemented, and the experience so far has been extremely positive.
GRP was the natural choice because it offers:
- • Low weight, allowing easier handling and safer installation
- • High corrosion resistance, ideal for humid and demanding environments
- • Long service life with minimal maintenance
- • Strong environmental performance throughout the product lifecycle
In addition, we have been closely involved in the design phase, providing guidance on dimensioning, installation, and practical adaptations.
“We know NEAS well, and the collaboration always works. In a project like this, it means a great deal to have a partner who both asks the right questions and challenges us – together we find the best solutions.”
– Svein Furholm, Regional Manager, Wibe Group
Learning together – and developing the solutions further
As one of the first major full-scale projects using the new Mita Flex GRP range, the project has provided us with valuable input from an experienced installer.
Here, NEAS has been an invaluable partner. They give us honest, concrete, and professionally strong feedback on what works optimally and what can be improved. These are insights we can never gain at the drawing board or in our test centre, and they are crucial for further product development.
Our GRP cable support portfolio is now being further developed with an even stronger focus on ease of installation, robustness, and customer-specific solutions for applications such as land-based aquaculture facilities.
Mita Flex cable management in FRP/GRP from Wibe Group will also be installed in these production areas
The logistics that keep everything moving forward
As a wholesaler, Sonepar serves as the central logistics link between Wibe Group and NEAS. In a project like this where materials travel long distances, this is crucial for maintaining progress. The fibreglass cable ladders are transported from production in Malaysia to our warehouse in Mora, Sweden, and then delivered to the construction site. Such an international value chain requires precise oversight, clear forecasting, and close coordination among all parties.
Sonepar ensures a continuous flow of materials, ongoing updates on delivery times, and seamless coordination between us and NEAS—preventing bottlenecks and enabling a stable, efficient project process.
“When we receive clear forecasts and work closely with both NEAS and Wibe Group, we can ensure a material flow without bottlenecks.”
– Bjørnar Kvåle, Internal Sales, Sonepar
Sustainability in practice
Sustainability in this project is rooted in concrete choices, not grand statements. GRP provides long service life and requires minimal maintenance, reducing resource use and contributing to reliable facility operation.
The solar power system on the roof, also connected via our cable management solutions, reduces energy consumption and gives Nordic Halibut a more self-sufficient energy profile.
The low weight of GRP makes installation both safer and more efficient for technicians, reducing physically demanding work operations. Combined with well-planned logistics and clear forecasting, sustainability becomes the natural result of smart decisions at every stage—not just a goal in itself.
The result and the road ahead
Although the project is still in development, the impact of the collaboration is already evident. NEAS has contributed strong technical expertise and precise execution that ensures high quality throughout every construction phase.
We have had the opportunity to introduce our new GRP product range Mita Flex on a large scale, and the products are performing well in the demanding environments the facility is being built in. Meanwhile, Sonepar has ensured a stable and predictable material flow across a complex, long-distance, international supply chain.
For Nordic Halibut, this means a facility built with robust technical solutions, energy-efficient installations, and a smoothly functioning value chain. When the facility scales up and the first tanks come online towards the end of 2026, the project will stand as a clear example of what strong collaboration and the right technology can achieve in modern aquaculture.
