Sustainability – respect and care in all aspects
It is our responsibility as part of the Norwegian fishing industry to safeguard the rich resources of our nature and oceans for future generations. Every day Norway puts more than 36 million of seafood meals on the global dinner table. Thanks to our clear waters, and world class fishing grounds right outside our factory doors, we are a proud contributor to make that happen.
Sustainable fishing policy
Sustainable use of resources and environmently friendly practices are some of the most important tasks we handle at Prima Seafood. We acknowledge our responsibility to ensure a sustainable catch of seafood processed in our facilities. It is a fundamental principle for us, as a major seafood producer, to be conscientious of our responsibility in preserving the diverse ecosystems outside our coast.
It is therefore very important to meet international requirements for safety and quality. We are proud of our own high standards and the measures we take daily to ensure that Norwegian fish products remain the preferred choice worldwide.
Fish and seafood products are Norway’s largest export products next to oil and gas and our fishing industry is considered the best in the world. We will make sure it continues to keep that position in the future!
Green practices
At all levels, we strive to use natural resources efficiently and prioritize the use of renewable resources that are managed sustainably. We meet stringent emission requirements, as well as having a location that is environmentally favorable.
Power generation in Norway is mainly based on hydropower from our many high and snow-covered mountains. Our cold storage and freezing processes are run by renewable energy (LNG) produced in Norway.
Health, environment, and safety have the highest priority in all our daily operations and activities, both at our processing plants onshore and on our fishing fleets offshore.
Green resource management
For environmental reasons, we endeavor to utilize resources to the full potential. By-products from Prima Seafood is being used at Prima Protein for the production of fish oils and fishmeal. We use only raw material from responsible managed fisheries.
As a responsible partner at Egersund Harbour, all wastewater is purified in our own wastewater treatment plant, and our facility has quality assured methods for waste sorting at source.
Transparency Act
Act relating to enterprises’ transparency and work on fundamental human rights and decent working conditions (Transparency Act)