Maximum utilisation of resources
Utilising side-streams presents the challenge that the residual raw materials differ considerably from the products traditionally produced.
Since fish in the oceans is a limited resource, we need to make the best possible use of the fish once it has been caught.
We wish to take responsibility for maximum utilisation of the fish and shellfish passing through our processing plants. Here, greater use can be made of side-streams, resulting in new food products, while extracting proteins and oils from the process water can open up new opportunities in the feed or ingredients industry.
Risks and opportunities
Utilising side-streams presents the challenge that the residual raw materials differ considerably from the products traditionally produced. Often a special technology or a lot of manual work is required to utilise the last-remaining quantities, so that disposal may be the only option left.
When a fish is filleted, the head, skin and carcass will be left, while shells in large quantities will be left when shellfish such as prawn and crab are peeled. Innovative solutions, investments, co-operation with external partners and better resource allocation will make it possible to increase resource utilisation.
Goals and results 2023
Objective:
- Increase utilisation in the Group's onshore facilities to minimum 75%.
- Develop new products with a positive financial returns
- Reduce discharge of shells and dumping of fish remains
Ambitions for 2030
Reduce CO2e emissions for vessels by 25% from 2018, calculated as CO2e/tonnes catch.
