Aalesundfisk

About Aalesundfisk

Aalesundfisk AS is a Norwegian seafood exporter with a deeply rooted history tracing back to the 18th century. The company's modern inception began around 1916 in Ålesund, evolving from a herring and lobster exporter to a significant player in the broader Norwegian seafood industry, engaging in fishery, processing since the late 1960s, and salmon farming since the 1980s. At the end of 2019, AS Aalesundfisk became a key component of Aalesundfisk Holding, which established a vertically integrated value chain. This holding company structure gives it partial ownership in fishing vessels and full ownership of two land-based operations, positioning AS Aalesundfisk as the sales and export entity within the group.

The business operates as a producer and international wholesaler of fresh, canned, and frozen fish products, with a primary focus on high-quality Norwegian seafood. Its product portfolio is extensive, featuring wild-caught fish such as Cod, Haddock, Saithe, Redfish, and Greenland Halibut, alongside farmed Salmon and Trout. Aalesundfisk serves global markets, leveraging efficient logistics and quality certifications to ensure product standards and predictability for its customers. The company emphasizes sustainability and full traceability, holding certifications like the Marine Stewardship Council for its main whitefish products. A key feature is the "Catch on Demand" (C.o.D) quality concept, which aligns fishing activities with market demand through a selection of quality vessels supplying its plants in Finnmark.

Strategically, Aalesundfisk has expanded through acquisitions. In May 2020, its parent holding company acquired all shares in Norwegian Fish Company AS, including Finnmarksfisk AS, as part of its growth strategy. This move was intended to broaden the product range and geographic presence within Finnmark county. The company's revenue is generated through the direct sale and export of its wide array of seafood products. With a reported turnover of 475 MNOK in 2019, the firm demonstrates a solid financial standing within the seafood export market. The group, under Aalesundfisk Holding AS, employs a total of 81 people across its various entities, with AS Aalesundfisk itself functioning as the central hub for sales, logistics, finance, and quality control.