Norwegian Aquaculture Companies
Overview of leading aquaculture companies in Norway
Mowi
Mowi is the world's largest producer of Atlantic salmon. Formerly known as Marine Harvest, the company has roots dating back to the 1960s. Mowi operates farms in Norway, Scotland, Canada, Ireland, the Faroe Islands and Chile.
Production
~450,000 tons/year
Employees
~15,000
SalMar
SalMar is one of the world's largest and most efficient salmon farming companies. Founded in 1991, the company is known for its innovative approach, including Ocean Farm 1 - the world's first offshore fish farm.
Production
~180,000 tons/year
Employees
~900
Lerøy Seafood Group
Lerøy is one of the world's leading seafood producers with over 180 years of history. The company operates aquaculture, fishing, processing and distribution of seafood.
Production
~200,000 tons/year
Employees
~5,000
Grieg Seafood
Grieg Seafood is a leading aquaculture company with operations in Norway, Scotland and Canada. The company focuses on sustainable salmon production.
Production
~100,000 tons/year
Employees
~1,000
Cermaq
Cermaq is one of the world's leading aquaculture companies with production in Norway, Chile and Canada. The company is owned by Mitsubishi Corporation.
Production
~160,000 tons/year
Employees
~3,000
Norway Royal Salmon
Norway Royal Salmon is an aquaculture company focusing on quality and innovation. The company has farming sites along the Norwegian coast.
Production
~80,000 tons/year
Employees
~700
Norwegian Aquaculture Industry in Numbers
Tons of salmon produced annually
Jobs in the industry
Of world farmed salmon
Key Facts
- Norway is the world's second largest seafood exporter
- Over 1000 sites along the Norwegian coast
- Export value of over 100 billion NOK annually