Ossauskoski fish hatchery

The Ossauskoski fish hatchery in Tervola, in the Lapland region of Northern Finland, is an exceptional project that is particularly significant for NYAB, as the company has never built anything similar before. The project requires comprehensive expertise, as the facility will enable the strengthening of domestic fish stocks and support the fulfillment of future stocking obligations.

Construction seamlessly combines extensive underground pipeline installations and large-scale earthworks with the facility’s demanding structures. Approximately five kilometers of pipe were installed underground. The site features several advanced solutions, including an innovative aeration system for the tanks, growth enhancement through artificial lighting, and a centralized feeding system. These features make the project technically unique.

The project is carried out in close cooperation with Kemijoki Oy and several specialist partners. Interaction between the client and supervisory teams has been exceptionally smooth, which has been a key factor in the project’s success.

The project strengthens NYAB’s expertise in implementing complex special-purpose facilities and opens opportunities for similar projects in the future. For the client, the project is a crucial means of fulfilling stocking obligations sustainably and efficiently.

From a societal perspective, the impact is even broader. Securing the vitality of domestic fish populations increases self-sufficiency, supports recreational fishing, and strengthens aquatic ecosystems.

Challenges such as extensive underground pipeline work and a tightly scheduled timeline have been managed through careful planning and effective collaboration among all parties. Overall, the project serves as a clear example of how a demanding, multi-phase project can be executed with high quality and strong control.

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