Hans Bjelland

hans.bjelland@sintef.no

Hans Bjelland is the Research Director of Aquaculture at SINTEF Ocean, a core division of SINTEF—one of Europe’s leading independent research organizations. He leads a multidisciplinary team with access to world-class research infrastructure, bridging fundamental science with applied innovation for industry and public stakeholders. With a strong network across the aquaculture sector, Bjelland initiates and leads collaborative research with fish farmers, technology providers, and academic institutions. He previously served as Centre Director for the Centre for Research-Based Innovation in Exposed Aquaculture Operations, and in 2021, was appointed to the Norwegian government committee that authored the 2023 Official Norwegian Report on sustainable aquaculture development.