Categories: seafood

Price growth for wild fish and increased salmon volume resulted in record value for Norwegian seafood exports in 2025

6 January 2026 05:00

Norway exported a total of 2.8 million tonnes of seafood worth NOK 181.5 billion last year. This is a record in value and corresponds to 38 million meals every single day - all year round.
This is an increase of NOK 6.4 billion, or 4 per cent, compared with 2024.
“2025 was a demanding year for seafood, with lower quotas and catches at record prices for all our most important wild-caught spec

Celebrating 40 years of Norwegian salmon sushi in Paris

28 November 2025 11:24

In November, the NSC and the Norwegian Embassy in France hosted a reception at the Ambassador’s residence in Paris to mark 40 years of salmon sushi.

Norwegian saithe shines at Le Cordon Bleu cooking competition

30 October 2025 11:11

This October, the kitchens of Le Cordon Bleu Paris were buzzing with creativity as recently graduated chefs transformed Norwegian saithe into tasty dishes.

Health, Nutrition and Origin Highlighted in new Haaland Campaign

14 October 2025 08:00

A balanced diet is important when it comes to physical performance, and according to Erling Haaland, Norwegian seafood is a great choice for a nutritious football diet. This year, the Norwegian Seafood Council (NSC) is ramping up the Haaland partnership, showcasing his commitment to a healthy seafood diet.

Annual monitoring confirms: Norwegian farmed fish continues to be a safe choice

29 August 2025 07:30

Once again, the fresh annual monitoring report from the IMR for farmed fish shows no exceedance of the EU's limit values for illegal and undesirable substances. Tests from 2024 were done on samples from 888 farmed fish, with a collection of more than 30,000 test results confirming the seafood’s safety.

Alternative fish species could edge into spotlight as consumers grapple with inflation

14 August 2025 05:05

With 47% of consumers citing cost as a barrier to eating seafood, new research from the Norwegian Seafood Council shows growing interest in alternative whitefish species, showcasing opportunities for species such as saithe.

Norwegian salmon continues to lead global sushi category 40 years on from its introduction to Japan

16 June 2025 06:30

As International Sushi Day approaches, the Norwegian Seafood Council looks back on Project Japan – the initiative that introduced raw salmon from Norway to the global sushi menu.

Revolutionary blockchain technology offers producers an opportunity to deepen consumer trust

12 May 2025 07:00

Norwegian Seafood Council research has revealed that as many as 89% of consumers want more information about how their seafood is produced. This demand for transparency is paving the way for producers to harness innovative blockchain technology to build consumer trust and offer a clearer picture of the seafood supply chain.

Exploring New Shifts and Change: Norway UK Seafood Summit 2025

7 March 2025 07:34

The Norway – UK Seafood Summit 2025 showcased opportunities and future challenges. Overarching themes were global megatrends shaping seafood consumption.

The Norwegian Seafood Council launches new Campaign with Haaland videos

18 November 2024 12:15

Erling Haaland is featured in the Norwegian Seafood Council’s new films showcasing Norwegian seafood, which will be featured in campaigns globally.

All-time high for Norwegian seafood exports in October

5 November 2024 05:00

Norway exported seafood worth NOK 18.5 billion in October. This is an increase of NOK 914 million, or 5 per cent, compared with the same month last year.

Value growth for salmon and trout contributed to solid seafood exports in May

5 June 2024 04:00

Norway exported seafood worth NOK 14 billion in May. This is an increase of NOK 1 billion, or 8 per cent, compared with the same month last year.
"The growth in value in May is largely due to increased export volumes of both salmon and trout, as well as price growth for salmon," says Christian Chramer, CEO of the Norwegian Seafood Council.
Best May ever for seafood exports
In the first fo

2024 Seafood Trends Revealed: New Report from the Norwegian Seafood Council

19 March 2024 08:26

The Norwegian Seafood Council unveiles our latest global seafood trends report. A deep dive into the most pressing industry developments and consumer trends, ‘Oceans of change: seafood trends for 2024’ reveals how these are converging to drive transformative change.
Alongside exclusive NSC consumer data, sales and consumption statistics and examples of industry innovations, the report offers v

NORWAY – UK 2024 SEAFOOD SUMMIT GALVANISES SEAFOOD SECTOR Industry leaders emphasise collaboration and transparency as cornerstones for future growth

1 March 2024 18:19

27th February 2024, Fishmonger’s Hall, London
Close to 200 leading stakeholders from across the seafood industry united on 27th February for the 2024 Norway-UK Seafood Summit, at Fishmongers’ Hall in London.
The event, which is firmly cementing itself as an important date in industry calendars, led with bilateral updates from the Norwegian Minister for Fisheries and Ocean Policy, Cecilie My

Sigmund Bjørgo returns to the Norwegian Seafood Council – rejoins as Country Director to China

29 February 2024 15:00

The Norwegian Seafood Council has hired Sigmund Bjørgo (46) as its new Country Director to China.
- Sigmund Bjørgo is strategically strong and has in-depth knowledge of both the seafood industry and the Chinese market. He has previously served in the same position in China and has done a remarkable job for us for many years, so we are extremely pleased to have him back, says Director of Global

Weak Norwegian krone triggers strong value growth for November seafood exports

5 December 2023 05:00

Norway exported seafood worth NOK 16.7 billion in November. This is an increase of NOK 2.4 billion, or 17 per cent, compared to the same month last year.
“On 13 November, seafood exports surpassed the 2022 full-year export total of NOK 151.4 billion. This year, we expect the value of Norwegian seafood exports will exceed NOK 170 billion, for which we can largely thank the weak Norwegian krone”,

Another strong quarter for Norwegian seafood exports, but a decline in value measured in euros

4 October 2023 04:00

Norway exported NOK 42.1 billion worth of seafood in the third quarter. This is an increase of NOK 3.7 billion, or 10 per cent, compared to last year.
”In terms of value, Norwegian seafood exports are still doing well. Salmon, trout, cod and pollack have had a historically strong third quarter behind them. However, it is still the weak Norwegian krone that is the most important driver of value

Weak Norwegian krone in August brought new growth for seafood exports

5 September 2023 04:00

Norway exported NOK 14.2 billion worth of seafood in August. This is an increase of NOK 1.8 billion, or 15 per cent, compared to the same month last year.
“The devaluation of the krone is the main reason for the increase in the export value. In August, the Norwegian krone was as much as 16 per cent weaker against the euro than in the same month last year. This explains almost the entire increas

Currency effects resulted in value growth for seafood exports in April

4 May 2023 04:00

Norway exported NOK 12.9 billion worth of seafood in April. This is an increase of NOK 1.6 billion, or 14 per cent, compared to the same month last year.
“For Norway as a seafood nation, it is positive that the value of export products continues to increase, but the growth in April is solely due to a currency effect. Measured in euros, the export value fell by more than 5 per cent and in dollar

Norwegian aquaculture continues to top the charts of the most sustainable animal protein production

9 December 2022 12:55

The Coller FAIRR Index, which ranks the world’s most sustainable animal protein producers, has crowned three Norwegian aquaculture companies at the top of the table.
Of just four companies identified by the index as being ‘low risk’ against a number of factors demonstrative of sustainability, three are Norwegian aquaculture producers. Mowi, the world’s largest salmon farmer, once again took the