How KJ & Emtelle Strengthen Scottish Salmon Farming

Scottish salmon is a global success story, supporting 2,500 direct jobs and 10,000 across the supply chain, producing 150,949 tonnes annually and generating £581 million in exports. As Scotland’s largest food export and a sector representing around 70% of UK farmed fish exports, its growth depends on highly reliable, long-lasting marine infrastructure.

Emtelle’s and KJ’s Contributions

For KJ, a leading salmon pen manufacturer serving aquaculture operators worldwide, reliability isn’t optional, it’s essential. Operating in some of the harshest marine environments, KJ requires infrastructure components that deliver strength, longevity and low maintenance, without compromising sustainability.

Since 2015, Emtelle has been a trusted partner in meeting these demands. Through Emtelle Scandinavia A/S in Denmark, KJ is supplied with engineered HDPE duct solutions (Ø200mm to Ø560mm), purpose-built to withstand extreme offshore conditions, heavy physical stress, saltwater exposure, and long-term submersion. The result is stronger pens, fewer failures, reduced operational disruption, and increased lifecycle performance for aquaculture businesses.

Sustainability In Action

Sustainability is a shared value and a commercial advantage. Emtelle incorporates regrind HDPE into production, enabling KJ to deliver infrastructure that supports both environmental responsibility and long-term operational performance critical priorities for today’s aquaculture customers and investors.

Jonn Thomsen – Sales Engineer from KJ mentioned, “Emtelle’s ducting solutions allow us to deliver salmon pens that our customers can trust in the most challenging marine conditions. Their consistent quality, technical performance and sustainability commitment make a tangible difference in the value we provide.”

By combining KJ’s pioneering aquaculture design with Emtelle’s engineered duct expertise, the partnership continues to elevate industry standards, helping salmon producers operate more reliably, sustainably and profitably.