Pacific Aquaculture International officially launched its North American headquarters near Saltery Bay on Monday, September 19, announcing its plan to expand its land-based operation into one of North America’s largest shellfish hatcheries within its first four years.

Working in conjunction with Hummingbird Cove Lifestyles, the company’s primary functions at its 34,000-square-metre facility will include shellfish research and development, a hatchery, production, marketing and exports.

The first phase of the company’s operation has begun with the hatchery. A second phase of the project, slated for completion in 2020, will produce, market and export mature shellfish products.

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