The Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) has appointed OTAQ chief technology officer Chris Hyde to its board of directors.
The appointment by the STAIC is hoped to strengthen links and foster relationships between the aquaculture sector and Scottish small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs).
He currently heads up engineering and new product development for OTAQ across its aquaculture and offshore energy markets.
Hyde brings more than 25 years of aquaculture industry experience to SAIC’s board.
He previously held roles at aquaculture technology specialist Mohn Aqua Group (now part of Gael Force) and subsea energy systems specialist Bennex Group (now part of Siemens Energy) before becoming part of the founding team at OTAQ.
Working with SMEs in aquaculture and neighbouring sectors is a core focus for SAIC, with innovation and new technology supporting sustainable development that can help to secure the future of the sector.
Chris Hyde said: “Working closely with fish farmers over my whole career, I have learned a great deal about aquaculture – both in terms of how the sector operates around the world and the challenges it faces. I have led and operated within SMEs throughout my working life and look forward to bringing this experience to the SAIC board.”
David Gregory, chair of SAIC, added: “Chris is a great addition to the strategic knowledge and extensive sector connections available on the SAIC board, bringing a wealth of experience in terms of running SMEs, as well as expertise in aquaculture and subsea energy.”
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