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Norwegian seafood exports set new records 14 January, 2008 -
Salmon, cod and herring were mainly responsible for the growth. These export figures were the highest ever registered and show that the seafood industry is maintaining its position as Norway's second largest onshore export industry. The total export volume increased by 315 tonnes to 2.2 million tonnes compared with 2006. In 2007, exports to France and Russia were worth NOK 3.8 billion. Exports to France remain at the same level as in 2006, while exports to Russia have increased by NOK 598 million. Despite import restrictions in 2006, Russia has returned to its 2005 level. “In terms of value, 73% of all seafood exported from Norway is sent to the EU and Russia. This shows Norway’s unique position as a seafood supplier to quality-conscious consumers in our neighbouring markets,” explains managing director Terje E. Martinussen at the NSEC. In 2007, 15 countries bought seafood for more than NOK one billion from Norway. Ten of these countries are EU members, while the others are Japan, China, Russia, Ukraine and Brazil. In 2006, Norwegian exports of seafood from aquaculture were greater than those of wild-caught seafood. This was repeated in 2007, although the difference last year was less than in 2006. Exports of seafood from aquaculture ended at NOK 19 billion, which represents an increase of NOK 392 million or 2%, compared with 2006. Of this, salmon amounted to NOK 17.5 billion, which is an increase of NOK 403 million, compared with 2006. Seafood from the traditional fisheries had an export value of NOK 18 billion, an increase of NOK 1.1 billion (7%) on the previous year. Cod was responsible for NOK 6 billion of this, following an increase of NOK 716 billion (13%) and herring for NOK 3.3 billion following an increase of NOK 380 million (13%). “In 2007, we noted increased environmental-consciousness and awareness of the importance of sustainability both in the industry and among consumers, not to mention the link between diet and health. Strong global trends impact on the demand for seafood. The growth in Norwegian exports shows that Norway can provide products that meet the market’s increased demands and expectations, commented Mr Martinussen. Consumer surveys carried out by EFF show that Norwegian seafood is ranked highly for such important criteria as quality, the environment and availability. In 2007, the independent research institution Chatham House could document that Norway is best at fishery management. Total exports of salmon have never been higher than in 2007, with a record high of NOK 17.5 billion being achieved. This was an increase of 403 billion NOK, compared to the previous year. Measured in volume, exports increased by 129,000 tonnes to 706,000 tonnes of salmon. Pelagic exports also increased, with herring exports reaching NOK 3.4 billion and mackerel NOK 1.8 billion in 2007. This represents an increase of 380 million for herring and 103 million for mackerel, according to NSEC figures and Norway Statistics. The increase is thanks to greater export volumes. www.fishfarmer-magazine.com is published by Special Publications. Special Publications also publishes FISHupdate.com, FISHupdate magazine, Fish Farmer, the Fish Industry Yearbook, the Scottish Seafood Processors Federation Diary, the Fish Farmer Handbook and a range of wallplanners.
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