Aquaculture

Fisheries and aquaculture is Norway's second largest export industry after oil and gas, and contributes to significant business along the entire coast of Norway. Schjødt has considerable expertise and experience in the fisheries and aquaculture industry, with particular expertise in public law matters, mergers and acquisitions of fishfarming companies, contractual relationships and legal disputes.

The aquaculture industry is among the most regulated, and is under constant monitoring by various government agencies. Advising the aquaculture industry requires insight and expertise related to the operational and regulatory issues, close contact with the industry and an up to date knowledge on the industry's frequently changing conditions.

Schjødt has for years assisted a number of the key national and major international players in the industry, including smolt producers, feed manufacturers, equipment suppliers, transportation companies and aquaculture companies and organizations. Schjødt is and has been a leading partner in connection with the mergers and acquisitions of seafood companies, and has in recent years assisted in connection with a significant number of transactions related to the aquaculture industry. Schjødt has also assisted a number of financial institutions in connection with the financing and restructuring of companies in the aquaculture industry.

Lawyers in Schjødt also hold position as board members in fisheries and aquaculture companies, equipment suppliers, and other players in the industry. Schjødt has also released a commentary text book to the Norwegian Aquaculture Act.

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