Stoney’s Inspirational Story

We’re excited to share an inspiring feature from the Marine Farming Association (MFA) about Stoney, Partner and Head of MacLab Tasman.

In the latest (June 2025) MFA Newsletter, Stoney shares his journey from working on the water to mentoring the next generation of skippers in the aquaculture industry.

His commitment to hands-on learning and developing young talent is helping ensure the future of our sector remains strong, skilled, and deeply connected to the sea.

His dedication to training and leadership highlights MacLab’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and people development in marine farming.

“It’s about passing on knowledge and ensuring the industry has skilled, safety-conscious professionals ready for the future.” – Stoney

Be sure to read the full article to learn more about his approach to leadership and training in aquaculture (June 2025 article)
https://www.marinefarming.co.nz/blog/post/146166/our-latest-mfa-newsletter-is-available-to-read/

 

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