* Reduced water requirements as compared to raceway or pond aquaculture systems.
* Reduced land needs due to the high stocking density
* Site selection flexibility and independence from a large, clean water source.
* Reduction in wastewater effluent volume.
* Increased biosecurity and ease in treating disease outbreaks.
* Ability to closely monitor and control environmental conditions to maximize production efficiency. Similarly, independence from weather and variable environmental conditions.