Aker QRILL Company at Aquaculture Europe 2025: Advancing Sustainable Innovation Through Krill Science

Aquaculture Europe (AE) 2025 is just around the corner, taking place from September 22–25 in Valencia, Spain. As one of the industry’s most dynamic platforms for knowledge sharing and scientific exchange, AE2025 brings together researchers, students, and professionals from across the globe. With parallel sessions on a wide range of species and disciplines, a bustling trade exhibition, industry forums, workshops, and EU research updates, AE2025 is more than a conference—it’s a springboard for the future of aquaculture.

QRILL Aqua

 

For over a decade, QRILL Aqua has proudly contributed to AE conferences, positioning itself at the forefront of sustainable aquaculture solutions. Our active participation underscores our commitment to science-backed nutrition, innovative collaboration, and advancing krill's role in improving aquaculture outcomes.

This year, the Aker QRILL Company will be represented by:

 

  • Kiranpreet Kaur, Director of R&D, Aquaculture
  • Virginie Claeyssens, Sales Director, Europe
  • Jorge Pino-Marambio, Product Director Aquaculture

 

They are enthusiastic about sharing insights and forging new connections around the evolving potential of krill-based ingredients.

 

Our Scientific Contributions at AE2025

 

We’re thrilled to be presenting three insightful studies, each demonstrating the versatility and value of krill meal in aquaculture feed:

 

  1. Effects Of Krill Meal On Hypoxia Tolerance In Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus Mykiss): Exploring Sex-Dependent Responses

Dr. Stéphanie Fontagné, senior research scientist at INRAE, will share new insights into how krill meal supplementation enhances the resilience of rainbow trout under hypoxic stress — a growing challenge in aquaculture. Rich in antioxidants, krill meal improves growth, fillet quality, and stress tolerance, especially in low oxygen conditions. Her research highlights its potential to support fish welfare and performance amid climate-driven environmental pressures.

Session: Nutrition – Functional Ingredients (MiXScience)
Date: Wednesday, Sept. 24 | Time: 14.00–17:30

 

  1. Effects Of Krill Meal On Phenomic Responses And Blood Proteomics In Rainbow Trout Reared In a Challenging High-Temperature

With climate change driving more frequent heatwaves, cold-water species like rainbow trout face mounting stress. Dr. Tufan Eroldoğan, from Cukurova University and founder of Aquaspin Lda, presents research on krill meal (KM) as a nutritional tool to boost trout resilience.

His study tested KM at 0%, 5%, 7.5%, and 10% under rising temperatures (14°C to 23°C), revealing improved growth, survival, and strong cellular responses at higher KM levels. Rich in phospholipids, n-3 PUFAs, and key amino acids, krill meal shows promise for future-proofing aquaculture against climate stress.

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Session: Nutrition – Functional Ingredients (BIORIGIN)
Date: Tuesday, Sept. 23 | Time: 10:00–17:30

 

  1. A Review of Krill Meal Effects on Non-Salmonid Species

Presenting the first comprehensive review of krill meal’s effects on non-salmonid species—including seabass, sea bream, tilapia, and olive flounder—this session draws from 22 nutritional studies spanning four decades. Led by Dr. Kiranpreet Kaur, it highlights the untapped potential and future research opportunities for krill-based nutrition beyond salmonids.
Date: Tuesday, Sept. 23 | Time: 16:00–17:30

 

Let’s Connect in Valencia

Whether you're a researcher, producer, or feed innovator, we invite you to meet with the QRILL Aqua team at AE2025. Let’s explore how krill science can help build a healthier, more resilient aquaculture sector.