New Head of Development

Steen-Hansen is strengthening its commitment to innovative solutions for aquaculture and other marine industries. Marcus Bentzen has now taken up the position of Global R&D Manager at the company and will have overall responsibility for the continued development of future-oriented products and technologies for a more sustainable aquaculture industry.

Marcus Bentzen, New Global R&D Manager in Steen-Hansen

The appointment is an important part of Steen-Hansen’s long-term strategy to remain at the forefront of research and development, with particular focus on fish welfare, environmental impact, and increased profitability for customers.

At 31 years of age, Marcus will have to accept being described as “young and promising” in a company with more than 90 years of tradition. However, he has already built a strong professional background in materials science and chemistry, and most recently comes from a PhD position at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). There, he conducted research on functional materials in demanding environments, including interfaces between solid materials and liquids, long-term stability, and the relationship between material structure and performance. He also has extensive experience in laboratory work, material characterization and modeling, as well as teaching at university level.

“We are very proud to have Marcus join our team. He brings solid expertise, high energy, and many good ideas. The aquaculture industry faces complex challenges, and innovation is absolutely crucial to finding solutions that safeguard the environment, fish welfare, and economic sustainability,” says CEO of Steen-Hansen Group, Ulrik Ulriksen.

Marcus is also excited about contributing to the further development for one of Norway’s most important industries.

“I am very much looking forward to taking on the role of Global R&D Manager at Steen-Hansen. Seafood is Norway’s most important export industry, and it is both exciting and meaningful to work on developing solutions that can contribute to a more sustainable and competitive aquaculture industry – both in Norway and internationally,” says Marcus.

With the appointment of Marcus, Steen-Hansen strengthens its ambition to lead the development of modern antifouling and protective coatings, affirming their goal of reducing environmental footprints of the global aquaculture industry.