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FHF Wild Capture Fisheries R&D Program

Robotized Fish Handling Onboard Vessels (PIB)

Supports development and onboard implementation of robotic fish handling systems to improve vessel operations in commercial fisheries.

FHF — Fiskeri- og havbruksnæringens forskningsfinansiering finances applied R&D for the Norwegian seafood sector through a mandatory 0.3% export levy, operating as a state-owned company under the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries. This PIB-instrument call allocates 3 million NOK to the development and on-vessel implementation of robotized fish handling systems (Norwegian: Utvikling og impl

Funds development and onboard implementation of robotic systems for fish handling on Norwegian commercial fishing vessels.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.12–36 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.NOK 3M

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.fhf.no