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Kristian Botnen Named CEO of Benchmark Genetics

9/9/2025

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Kristian Botnen will become CEO of Benchmark Genetics on November 3, 2025.
He has experience as COO at AKVA Group and leadership roles at Lingalaks.
Novo Holdings, Benchmark's acquirer, trusts Botnen to foster growth and innovation.
Botnen plans to improve sustainability and customer partnerships in aquaculture.
Benchmark Genetics breeds Atlantic salmon and shrimp, emphasizing genetic performance and biosecurity.

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Story summary

Kristian Botnen will become CEO of Benchmark Genetics on November 3, 2025.
He has experience as COO at AKVA Group and leadership roles at Lingalaks.
Novo Holdings, Benchmark's acquirer, trusts Botnen to foster growth and innovation.
Botnen plans to improve sustainability and customer partnerships in aquaculture.
Benchmark Genetics breeds Atlantic salmon and shrimp, emphasizing genetic performance and biosecurity.