WWF Norway and Aker BioMarine join forces

Conservation group WWF Norway and Aker BioMarine – the world’s largest krill producing company – have joined forces by way of a formal cooperation agreement to ensure that the krill fishery is sustainable and environmentally friendly.

The deal provides WWF with financial support for its conservation work while Aker BioMarine gets a partner who can contribute towards the company meeting its objective of sustainable harvesting of natural resources such as cod, blue whiting and krill.

“WWF believes business is part of the problem and part of the solution,” said Nina Jensen, WWF Norway. “By working with proactive companies such as Aker BioMarine, we believe we can achieve greater conservation results in the Southern Ocean through constructive dialogue and by finding – and promoting – the right solutions.”

SOURCE: World Fishing & Aquaculture December 2010

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The fishing equipment remains underwater while a continuous stream of water flows through the net and directly into the hose, bringing the krill live and fresh directly into the factory vessel. This advanced fishing process allows for continuous processing of fresh raw material with superior product quality.

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WWF Norway and Aker BioMarine join forces

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MSC certified

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Unique harvesting technology