Norway’s seafood sector is shaped by constant regulatory and environmental change, with innovation playing a central role in its growth. The government has developed a flexible regulatory model designed to adapt to new science, technology and lessons from industry practice. In 2025, the Norwegian parliament debated revisions to aquaculture policy, focusing on biomass limits, farming zones and stronger animal welfare measures. Driving this forward, collaboration between researchers, technology developers and industry has made Norway a hub for aquaculture innovation. According to the NSC, Norway has become a hub for aquaculture and fisheries-tech startups, reflecting the industry’s commitment to meaningful change.