Sunday, September 9, 2018

Cermaq opens efficient salmon professing factory in Steigen, Norway

"I am impressed by Cermaq's investments in this region, building the future for the salmon industry and creating employment opportunities", said State Secretary Roy Angelvik in his speech at the opening ceremony.

A new standard for the salmon industry

The factory is Norway's most modern and efficient processing factory for salmon, and the first processing factory to be constructed in accordance with the industry 4.0 standard, and thus facilitated for full digitalisation. It represents a new standard for the salmon industry and will create demand for higher competence workforce in the region. "This factory is one of a series of investments that Cermaq has made the last years, contributing to the development of the industry and creating stable employment along the coast. With the opening of this factory, we are developing and strengthening the company for further growth," says Knut Ellekjær, Managing Director of Cermaq Norway.
 

Cermaq's new and modern processing factory for salmon was officially opened on the 4th September by State Secretary Roy Angelvik.
Image credit: Cermaq

Full traceability of every fish
The processing factory in Steigen has implemented full traceability of every fish, from entering the factory until it is processed and packed in boxes. Cermaq has high standards with regards to fish welfare and product quality. The set up for the new factory is constructed for gentle handling og the fish. This will make it easier for us to improve quality and meet stricter customer demands.


Read the full article on International Aquafeed website, HERE.

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