Joint Administrators Appointed to Aqualife Services Ltd.

Alistair McAlinden and Geoff Jacobs from Interpath have been appointed as Joint Administrators for Aqualife Services Ltd. This appointment took effect on Wednesday, 6 August 2025, following the cessation of trading by the Stirling-based company, which specializes in fish vaccination and related services.

Company Background

Aqualife, established in 1996, has proudly served the aquaculture industry for nearly three decades. The company was known for its innovative application of robotic technology, particularly in the field of fish vaccination, catering to both UK and international clients, including salmon farmers.

Challenges Faced

In recent years, Aqualife attempted to enhance its operational scalability by outsourcing assembly processes. However, the company encountered significant setbacks, including the postponement of crucial orders from Canadian clients and persistent financial pressures exacerbated by global tariff uncertainties. These challenges ultimately led to the company’s decision to cease trading, resulting in immediate redundancies for all employees upon the administrators’ appointment.

Next Steps for the Business

The Joint Administrators are currently tasked with winding down Aqualife’s operations while preparing for a business and asset sale. Efforts are underway to identify potential buyers in light of the anticipated interest within the global aquaculture sector.

Official Statements

In a statement, Alistair McAlinden, Head of Scotland at Interpath and one of the Joint Administrators, remarked:

“Aqualife was a pioneer in the use of robotic technology in aquaculture and fish vaccination. It had built a strong reputation for precision and innovation. Unfortunately, the business faced a number of challenges in recent years, including delays to key contracts and increasing financial pressures.”

Geoff Jacobs, Managing Director at Interpath and fellow Joint Administrator, stated:

“Our immediate priority is to support impacted employees and to explore options for the sale of the business and its assets. Given the anticipated interest from players in the global aquaculture sector, interested parties are encouraged to contact us as a matter of urgency.”

Conclusion

This development marks a significant chapter in the history of Aqualife Services Ltd., as the company navigates through these challenging times under the guidance of the Joint Administrators.