The Shrimp Summit at RSS • Sept. 23, 2026 • Bangkok, Thailand
Improver Programs
Digital technologies are transforming shrimp farming from a system based largely on experience and manual observations to one where decision-making is driven by real-time data. This session will explore practical tools already being adopted, including IoT water quality sensors, smart aeration and circulation, acoustic feeding systems, biomass estimation, on-site diagnostics, and integrated farm management software. Particular focus will be on technologies that convert continuous streams of data into actionable recommendations for feeding, water quality, health management, and production economics, and how these technologies can maximize the performance of modern engineered pond systems. Speakers will also examine the barriers to adoption and discuss ways to bring digital technologies to shrimp producers of all sizes.
Dr. George Chamberlain started his aquaculture career in 1975 as a researcher, instructor, and Extension Aquaculture Specialist at Texas A&M University. For the next ten years, he directed the aquaculture programs at Ralston Purina International and Monsanto. From 1999 to 2020, he founded and managed several shrimp breeding, nutrition, and farming companies ultimately known as Kona Bay with operations in Malaysia, Brunei, and Hawaii. Concurrent with his commercial activities, Chamberlain served as a Board member and President of the World Aquaculture Society and later helped found both the Global Aquaculture Alliance (GSA) and The Center for Responsible Seafood (TCRS). He continues to serve as board member of GSA and President of TCRS.
Sarabpreet has been associated with the seafood industry for over 20 years in various capacities. As General Manager at Devi Seafoods he been working on strategies to achieve the company’s sustainability goals. As part of eco certification and sustainability initiatives of shrimp farms, he has engaged with different stake holders of the industry. Devi Seafoods having integrated infrastructure and presence across the entire shrimp supply chain has given him opportunity to implement international sustainability standards in shrimp hatchery, farms, feed mill and processing facilities.
