Andrés Rivadulla
Managing Director
BioMar Ecuador
Ecuador
Andrés Rivadulla has successfully led BioMar’s operations in Ecuador as Managing Director over the past two years. Prior to this, he was its Finance Director for eight years. Over the past decade, he has been involved in aquaculture by working at BioMar Ecuador. Throughout his career, Andrés has been passionate about building value through strategic leadership and fostering innovation across industries.
Andrés believes the aquaculture sector, in particular, has given him a unique platform to combine sustainability with long-term growth, and he’s committed to driving impactful change. He has over 20 years of experience leading corporate finance and M&A areas across diverse industries, including retail and consumer goods. Andrés graduated from Universitat Pompeu Fabra in Barcelona with a degree in Economics and holds a Master’s in Finance from Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez in Chile.
| Session | Precision Shrimp Farming & Gap Analyses: Effective Genetics, Hatchery and Production Planning |
| Presentation | Value Chain Analysis in Shrimp Farming in Ecuador |
Abstract
This presentation explores the evolution and strategic development of Ecuador’s shrimp industry, highlighting key lessons that can inform sustainable growth in global aquaculture. It will begin by examining production figures and trends that have positioned Ecuador as a global leader. An analysis of production models will reveal what practices have driven success and which have fallen short and offering valuable insights.
The discussion will dissect the industry’s cost structures, focusing on the impact of stocking densities and the shift toward technification as a resilience and competitiveness driver. The value chain, from genetics and hatchery operations to processing and export logistics, will be mapped to identify leverage points. Ultimately, the strategic takeaways aim to inspire other countries to adopt innovative, efficient, and sustainable approaches to shrimp farming.