At Samala Shipyard, we design and build high-performance GRP aquaculture support vessels tailored to the operational needs of fish farming and marine cultivation facilities across Europe.

Our vessels are engineered to operate safely and efficiently in exposed Atlantic conditions, supporting daily aquaculture activities such as cage maintenance, feeding operations, stock management and offshore farm logistics.

With decades of shipbuilding expertise, we combine composite construction technology, naval engineering and practical maritime knowledge to deliver durable and reliable workboats for the aquaculture sector.

Engineered for Productivity, Stability and Safety

Aquaculture operations demand vessels capable of stability, maneuverability and structural resistance under constant workload.

We develop each project with:

• Optimized hull forms for operational efficiency

• Reinforced GRP structures for long-term durability

• Spacious deck layouts adapted to equipment handling

• Custom hydraulic and auxiliary system integration

• Safety-focused structural design

Our engineering-driven approach ensures vessels that maximize productivity while minimizing maintenance and lifecycle costs.

Advanced Naval Engineering & Hydrodynamic Optimization

Every aquaculture vessel we build benefits from advanced naval engineering tools including:

• 3D structural modeling

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis

• Stability calculations

• Load distribution studies

CFD simulations allow us to optimize hydrodynamic performance, reduce fuel consumption and improve seakeeping behavior under real working conditions.

This ensures efficient daily operations even in demanding offshore environments.

ONE-OFF Construction for Aquaculture Projects

We specialize in fully customized ONE-OFF vessel construction using the lost-mould technique.

Each aquaculture support vessel is developed according to:

• Operational workflow

• Equipment configuration

• Farm location and sea conditions

• Regulatory requirements

Our primary material is GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic), selected for its corrosion resistance, structural strength and reduced maintenance demands in marine environments.

Built for Modern European Aquaculture

We work closely with aquaculture operators, marine engineering consultants and fleet managers to deliver vessels adapted to modern fish farming standards.

From nearshore facilities to offshore aquaculture farms, our vessels are designed to:

• Improve operational efficiency

• Enhance crew safety

• Reduce downtime

• Ensure long-term structural reliability