Oxygenation systems to reinforce industry-leading fish care standards at MLF5 events

BENTON, Ky. (Jan. 22, 2026) – Major League Fishing (MLF), the world’s largest tournament-fishing organization, announced today the renewal of its partnership with PiranhO2, a leading provider of oxygen enrichment systems designed to protect the health and longevity of fish and bait, for the 2026 season. The continued collaboration strengthens MLF’s ongoing commitment to advancing fish health, conservation and sustainable tournament practices across every level of competition.

As part of the renewed agreement, PiranhO2 oxygenation systems will be utilized at every level of MLF5 competition in 2026, expanding MLF’s investment in live-release technology and fish care protocols. PiranhO2 will continue to play an integral role in MLF’s Fisheries Management Division (FMD) Fish Care program, supporting the organization’s mission to responsibly manage fisheries and enhance post-release fish survival during tournaments nationwide.

“Protecting the resource is at the core of everything we do, and continuing our partnership with PiranhO2 allows us to raise the bar even higher for fish care across our events,” said Steven Bardin, Fisheries Biologist and Director of MLF’s Fisheries Management Division. “Their oxygenation technology has proven to be an invaluable tool in reducing fish stress and improving vitality. Expanding its use across more MLF5 events in 2026 is a major step forward for tournament conservation.”

PiranhO2’s patented delivery system diffuses pure oxygen while stabilizing water conditions in livewells and holding tanks. The result is healthier fish, reduced handling stress and stronger post-release survival rates – priorities that remain central to MLF’s conservation-focused tournament model.

“After an incredibly successful 2025 season working alongside Major League Fishing, PiranhO2 is thrilled to continue our partnership as the “Live Release Sponsor” for the MLF5 organizations into 2026,” said Joseph Krawczyk, Piranh02 General Manager. “What we’ve accomplished together this past year has helped validate how important proper fish care and aeration are to the longevity of the fish during competition.

“We couldn’t have been more thrilled with the results we saw firsthand across all the tournaments that introduced our medical-grade oxygen generating systems, and the feedback we received working with a trusted partner like MLF has truly helped us to further refine our offerings to provide the best possible aeration solutions to anglers and tournament organizers alike. We look forward to continuing to work hand-in-hand with the great team at MLF as we continue to revolutionize fish care across the sport fishing industry and help ensure future generations can enjoy our nation’s lakes and waterways.”

PiranhO2 will receive prominent visibility across MLF5 circuits, including the Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit Presented by MillerTech, Toyota Series Presented by Phoenix Boats, Phoenix Bass Fishing League Presented by T-H Marine, Columbia PFG College Fishing Presented by Abu Garcia and Abu Garcia High School Fishing Presented by Tackle Warehouse. The brand will receive exposure in MLF press releases and media coverage, MLF5 eNewsletters, digital and social content, live-streaming productions and television broadcasts. PiranhO2 will also engage directly with fans on-site at select events and provide product integration at key championship tournaments throughout the season.

For more information about PiranhO2, visit PiranhO2.com. To learn more about MLF and its conservation efforts, visit MajorLeagueFishing.com.

About PRO O2
As a pioneering subsidiary of Nidek Medical Products, Inc., PRO O2, LLC was established in 2017 to revolutionize oxygen-based solutions across all nonmedical industries. With a footprint spanning over 50 countries on six continents, PRO O2 delivers cutting-edge oxygen concentrators and other gas separation systems tailored across a wide array of applications, including water treatment, food processing/agriculture, aquaculture, veterinary care and beyond. Our acclaimed product lines exemplify engineering excellence, combining innovation with dependability to exceed industry demands, while we remain at the forefront of continuing innovation & scientific advancements in our realms of operation. Manufactured exclusively in Birmingham, Alabama, USA using EPA-compliant components, PRO O2 is dedicated to advancing oxygen technology through our collective 39 years of design & engineering experience while also maintaining a steadfast commitment to quality and sustainability.

About PiranhO2 systems:
The oxygen concentrator systems provide the weigh-in tanks with 95% medical-grade oxygen, generated on-site from a small and highly mobile device. The oxygen implementation will not only result in lower stress rates to fish, but it will also support much larger fish weights in confined spaces while also ensuring clean and odor-free water for the duration of the tournament. PiranhO2 will be partnering with MLF to bring these same oxygen-generating solutions onto their live-release boats, as well as ensuring continual high-quality care is provided to fish even after weigh-in.

About Major League Fishing
Major League Fishing (MLF) is the world’s largest tournament-fishing organization, producing more than 250 events annually at some of the most prestigious fisheries in the world, while broadcasting to America’s living rooms on CBS, Discovery, Outdoor Channel, VICE, CBS Sports Network, World Fishing Network, RFD-TV and Game & Fish TV and on demand on MyOutdoorTV (MOTV). Headquartered in Benton, Kentucky, the MLF roster of bass anglers includes the world’s top pros and more than 30,000 competitors in all 50 states and 20 countries. Since its founding in 2011, MLF has advanced the sport of competitive fishing through its premier television broadcasts and livestreams and is dedicated to improving the quality of life for bass through research, education, fisheries enhancement and fish care.