Project AVA Shrimps
Revolutionizing Shrimp Farming in Oman
A state-of-the-art biosecure indoor shrimp farm leveraging cutting-edge Hybrid RAS technology to produce 198 metric tons of premium Pacific White Shrimp annually. Positioned to become the GCC region's premier sustainable aquaculture enterprise.
Investment Opportunity
Executive Summary
Project AVA Shrimps establishes a cutting-edge 8,000 sqm indoor shrimp farm in the Sultanate of Oman, cultivating Litopenaeus vannamei using advanced Hybrid Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) technology. This venture capitalizes on Oman's strategic location, favorable energy costs, and excellent logistics infrastructure.
Our facility offers superior control over water quality, mitigates disease risk, and enables significantly higher stocking densities compared to traditional farming methods. We target premium export markets in the GCC, Europe, and Asia with high-value processed products.
Key Highlights
  • Annual Production: 198 Metric Tons
  • Total Investment: $1,050,000 USD
  • Annual Revenue: $1,881,000 USD
  • Payback Period: 10-12 months
  • ROI: ~79% annually
Financial Performance at a Glance
$1.88M
Annual Revenue
Premium pricing strategy targeting high-end markets
$1.28M
Gross Profit
Exceptional margins through value-added processing
10
Months Payback
Rapid return on capital investment
79%
Annual ROI
Industry-leading profitability metrics
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To become the premier supplier of sustainably-farmed, premium-quality shrimp in the GCC region, leveraging cutting-edge technology to achieve unparalleled production efficiency and profitability.
Our Mission
To establish and operate a biosecure, zero-discharge indoor shrimp farm in Oman that produces 198 tons of high-value L. vannamei annually for the export market, achieving full ROI within 12 months of operation.
The Market Opportunity
Global demand for high-quality, sustainably sourced, and traceable seafood continues to outpace supply. The Omani and greater GCC markets rely heavily on imports for premium shrimp products. Project AVA Shrimps directly addresses this gap by providing a consistent, biosecure local source of a high-demand product, completely insulated from the climatic, environmental, and disease risks associated with traditional sea-based farming.
The Hybrid RAS Advantage
Revolutionary Technology
We have strategically selected a Hybrid Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) to maximize production and minimize risk. This system combines the robust water treatment of a full RAS with the microbial benefits of a mature bio-system, creating the optimal environment for shrimp health and growth.
This technological leap is the cornerstone of our high-yield, rapid-return strategy, offering superior control over water quality and enabling significantly higher stocking densities than traditional or Biofloc systems.
Key System Components
Mechanical Filtration
Drum filters proactively remove solid waste before it degrades into toxic ammonia, providing superior stability over traditional Biofloc systems that rely on unstable in-tank bacterial processes.
Biological Filtration
Moving Bed Biofilm Reactors (MBBRs) provide stable, highly efficient conversion of toxic ammonia and nitrite into harmless nitrate through external, precisely controlled processes.
Protein Skimming & Ozone
These components remove fine organic particles and disinfect water, improving clarity, reducing bacterial load, and resulting in healthier shrimp with cleaner taste profiles.
UV Sterilization
Provides a final biosecurity barrier, ensuring recirculating water is free from harmful pathogens and drastically reducing the risk of catastrophic disease outbreaks.
Competitive Advantages
Superior Water Quality
Stable, controlled, and optimal parameters maintained 24/7 through advanced monitoring and treatment systems.
Higher Stocking Density
Safely enables densities of ~500 Post-Larvae per cubic meter, far exceeding traditional farming capabilities.
Predictable Survival Rates
Controlled environment pushes survival rates to a consistent ~90%, ensuring reliable production forecasts.
Increased Production Cycles
Faster, predictable growth allows for 4 production cycles per year, maximizing facility utilization and revenue.
Facility Infrastructure
8,000 Square Meter State-of-the-Art Complex
1
Production Module
216 culture tanks (19.6 m² each) with total system water volume of approximately 5,500 m³, optimized for maximum yield and biosecurity.
2
Water Treatment Hub
Centralized facility housing all RAS filtration and disinfection equipment for operational efficiency and enhanced biosecurity protocols.
3
Processing Hall
Climate-controlled Value-Added Processing facility for peeling, deveining, and Individually Quick Freezing (IQF) to prepare premium market products.
4
Support Infrastructure
PL quarantine unit, advanced water quality laboratory, cold storage facilities, redundant backup power generators, and liquid oxygen systems.
Production & Yield Projections
01
Stocking Phase
500 PL/m³ density with ~2.75 million Post-Larvae per cycle
02
Growth Period
90% survival rate with optimal water conditions and nutrition
03
Harvest Size
Average 20 grams per shrimp at harvest maturity
04
Annual Output
49.5 tons per cycle × 4 cycles = 198 metric tons annually
Total Annual Production
198 Metric Tons of premium Pacific White Shrimp delivered to international markets
Market & Sales Strategy
Premium Value-Added Focus
We bypass the volatile commodity market for whole shrimp, focusing exclusively on the high-margin, value-added sector. Our strategy targets export to high-end food service distributors, hotel and restaurant chains (HORECA), and premium retailers in the GCC, Europe, and Asia.
Product Form
IQF, peeled, and deveined shrimp ready for immediate use in premium food service applications
Target Price
$9.50/kg average sales price reflecting superior quality, traceability, and convenience
Export Markets
GCC, European Union, and Asian markets with established distribution partnerships
Capital Investment Breakdown
Annual Operating Expenses
47%
Feed Costs
Largest operational expense
17%
Labor
Skilled RAS technicians
11%
Post-Larvae
Quality seed stock
Risk Management Strategy
Technical Risks
Risk: Equipment failure, disease outbreak
Mitigation: Full redundancy on critical life-support systems (pumps, blowers, generators). Strict HACCP-based biosecurity plan with PL quarantine and multi-barrier water disinfection (Ozone/UV).
Market Risks
Risk: Price fluctuation, buyer acquisition challenges
Mitigation: Secure long-term offtake agreements with key distributors prior to first harvest. Diversify export markets across GCC, EU, and Asia to hedge against regional downturns.
Operational Risks
Risk: High energy costs, skilled labor shortage
Mitigation: Leverage Oman's favorable industrial energy tariffs. Invest in high-efficiency equipment. Implement rigorous in-house training program and hire experienced aquaculture manager with proven RAS track record.
Financial Risks
Risk: CAPEX overrun, higher than projected OPEX
Mitigation: Include 15% contingency in CAPEX budget. Secure fixed-price contracts with equipment suppliers. Pre-negotiate annual supply contracts for feed and PL based on projected volume.
Why Oman? Strategic Advantages
Strategic Location
Gateway to GCC, European, and Asian markets with excellent logistics infrastructure and proximity to major shipping routes.
Favorable Energy Costs
Competitive industrial energy tariffs support the power-intensive RAS operations, reducing operational expenses significantly.
Government Support
National food security objectives and aquaculture development initiatives provide favorable regulatory environment and potential incentives.
Investment Opportunity
$1,050,000 USD
Seeking Capital to Launch Operations
Project AVA Shrimps represents a paradigm shift in shrimp aquaculture in Oman. By strategically investing in proven Hybrid RAS technology and targeting the high-margin, value-added export market, this project is engineered for rapid profitability and long-term sustainability.
The financial projections demonstrate a robust and compelling business model capable of repaying the initial capital investment in approximately 10 months of full operation, offering an exceptional and bankable return on investment.
Exceptional ROI of ~79% annually
Rapid 10-month payback period
Scalable, sustainable business model
Proven technology with predictable yields

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