Acqua&Co at the Seafood Expo Global 2026: technologies and innovations for aquaculture
Acqua&Co’s participation in the 2026 edition of the Barcelona exhibition dedicated to the Seafood industry ended with highly positive results. The event has once again confirmed its strategic value, establishing itself as a true international hub for the entire aquaculture and fish processing industry. Being there meant bringing our expertise to a top-tier global stage.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the professionals, partners, and industry insiders who visited our stand. Your presence played a crucial role in fostering a constructive and practical dialogue regarding specific operational needs, high quality standards, and new business development opportunities. In a dynamic and constantly growing sector, where the protection of water resources is becoming a priority, dialogue and active listening represent the true starting point for innovation.
Aquaculture trends and opportunities emerging at the Seafood Expo
The event proved to be an excellent showcase, offering an overview of the main trends that are reshaping the industry. Indeed, a clear evolutionary trajectory of the seafood market has emerged, where extensive and intensive farming practices are increasingly converging towards efficiency. Among the key points discussed at the stands, we noted a growing and necessary focus on the quality and safety of the final product, factors now considered essential requirements by consumers and the large-scale retail trade worldwide.
Furthermore, the need to remain competitive in global markets is pushing companies towards a careful optimisation of their production and processing operations. In this scenario, the focus on sustainability and the efficient management of resources plays a central role. Water, the primary and most precious element of our sector, must be preserved through continuous technological innovation applied across the entire seafood supply chain. In this complex environment, Acqua&Co solidifies its position as a leading technical partner, capable of actively supporting companies in the sector with reliable, bespoke, and high-performance solutions.
Acqua&Co products presented at the Barcelona Seafood Expo
During the exhibition, we showcased various solutions specifically designed to meet the unique needs of the seafood sector. Our engineers have focused on crucial aspects of production, including increasing process efficiency and significantly reducing waste, as well as the fundamental improvement of health and hygiene standards in farms. Every single technology developed in our laboratories aims to ensure maximum operational continuity and plant reliability, thus allowing operators to focus on optimising energy consumption and long-term sustainability.
Oxygenators and aerators for a healthy aquatic environment
One of the topics of greatest interest raised by visitors at the Barcelona Seafood Expo 2026 was professional water treatment. Our range of surface and submersible aerators currently represents the state of the art for oxygenation in both freshwater and marine environments. Acqua&Co systems combine excellent efficiency with high power, ensuring a perfectly even distribution of dissolved oxygen.
Supported by our high-flow circulators, these tools prevent the formation of anoxic zones and promote the rapid bacterial degradation of organic loads at the bottom of the rearing tanks. Just as we explain in our in-depth article “Water treatment in aquaculture: technologies and advantages”, maintaining continuous circulation and adequate oxygenation is the secret to preventing dangerous ecological imbalances, guaranteeing fish welfare, and safeguarding production yields.
Direct engagement with seafood industry professionals
Engaging with the professionals present at the Seafood Expo allowed us to delve into practical applications and analyse multiple real-world use cases. This exchange of perspectives strengthens, enriches, and shapes our consultative approach.
We would like to reiterate our sincere thanks to everyone who visited our exhibition space. The presence of clients, commercial partners, and new contacts at the Acqua&Co stand represented a fundamental moment to nurture trusted relationships and to launch new promising collaborations within the aquaculture sector. Every meeting contributed to generating value for our company, confirming the importance of discussion and sharing for the development of truly effective solutions.
Towards the future of aquaculture: Acqua&Co’s next steps
The seafood market is rapidly evolving and demands an increasingly high level of technical expertise, a strong drive for innovation, and a rapid ability to adapt from companies. With mounting pressure on wild fish stocks, aquaculture technologies are emerging as vital resources for ensuring the planet’s food security.
To lead this change from the forefront, Acqua&Co will continue to invest in the development of advanced solutions, supporting companies in improving their production performance and complying with the highest quality standards for both the environment and the animals.
Discover the latest additions to the Acqua&Co range
Would you like to learn more about the technologies and the products presented at the Seafood Expo Global? From state-of-the-art aeration systems to complete plants for fish storage, you will find the ideal equipment for your business.
Contact us to request specialised technical consultancy dedicated to your aquaculture project. Our team of experts will work alongside you to develop and size the equipment based on your specific requirements.