Calanus & Goodtech Build Biomarine Processing Facility Using Alfa Laval Systems

Calanus AS has developed a biomarine processing facility in northern Norway in partnership with industrial technology integrator Goodtech, using hygienic processing systems supplied by Alfa Laval. The plant is designed to process Calanus finmarchicus and other marine raw materials into omega-3 oils, protein concentrates, and feed ingredients for human nutrition, aquaculture, pet food, and animal feed applications.

Construction of the facility began in 2019 as part of Calanus AS’ expansion of industrial-scale biomarine processing capacity.

Industrial Processing Infrastructure
Based in Tromsø, Norway, Calanus AS specializes in the harvesting and processing of Calanus finmarchicus, a zooplankton species found in the Norwegian Sea and used as a source of marine lipids and proteins.

To support future production growth, the company required a processing facility capable of handling multiple biological feedstocks while maintaining strict hygienic standards and stable processing conditions for sensitive marine materials.

The plant was designed to process zooplankton, marine fish, salmon, seaweed, and related raw materials into three primary output streams: oil, meal, and protein concentrate.




Goodtech’s Role in Plant Engineering and Automation
Calanus AS selected Goodtech as the primary engineering and systems integration partner for the project. Goodtech was responsible for concept development, engineering, equipment selection, installation, commissioning, automation systems, and operator training.

The facility required a flexible production layout capable of adapting to changing biomarine inputs and future product development requirements. The production line also incorporated hydrolysis processing systems and automated raw material handling infrastructure.

According to the project details, operational reliability, hygienic processing conditions, and efficient plant operation were central engineering requirements.




Integration of Alfa Laval Hygienic Systems
As part of the facility design, Goodtech integrated Alfa Laval’s hygienic processing technologies throughout the plant infrastructure.

The installation includes hygienic valves, pumps, heat exchangers, CIP cleaning nozzles, tank agitators, and control components designed for marine and food-grade processing environments.

The systems support controlled heating, liquid transfer, cleaning processes, and stable operating conditions required for handling temperature-sensitive marine oils and proteins. The control architecture also supports water-efficient operation and automated process management.

According to the companies, the facility has operated as planned since commissioning, supported by ongoing maintenance and technical support.

Flexible Biomarine Production Platform
The facility was developed with a modular design allowing production flexibility across different marine raw materials and processing applications.

When not operating at full production capacity, the plant can also be used for pilot-scale trials, research activities, and product development projects for other companies within Norway’s biomarine sector.

Following implementation of the project, Goodtech is evaluating opportunities to replicate similar modular processing designs for additional biomarine and nutrition-sector applications.

Edited by Natania Lyngdoh, Induportals Editor, with AI assistance.

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