Exhibiting at Thaifex - Anuga Asia 2025

Nordstock AS, based in Bodø, Norway, is a pioneering manufacturer and exporter of premium salmon-based broth products derived from sustainably sourced Norwegian Atlantic salmon. With a strong commitment to whole-fish utilization and circular economy principles, Nordstock delivers high-protein, nutrient-rich culinary solutions that cater to both the foodservice industry and health-conscious consumers worldwide. The company is recognized for transforming seafood by-products into high-value ingredients while maintaining exceptional standards in sustainability and food innovation.

Core Business

Nordstock AS specializes in the production of premium salmon broth and concentrated culinary ingredients derived entirely from responsibly farmed Norwegian salmon. The company's value proposition lies in extracting nutrition and flavor from parts of the fish traditionally discarded, thereby advancing a zero-waste philosophy within the seafood industry.

Product and Service Offerings

Nordstock offers a focused yet highly versatile product line:

• Salmon Broth

  • Premium Norwegian Salmon Broth (frozen or refrigerated)
  • Free from additives, gluten, and artificial flavors

• Fish-Based Culinary Ingredients

  • Salmon Broth Concentrate
  • Salmon Soup Base
  • Culinary liquid stocks for chefs and industrial kitchens

• Sustainable Seafood Products

  • Nutrient-dense preparations using full salmon utilization
  • Tailored formulations for soups, sauces, ramen bases, and health beverages

These products are aimed at both foodservice professionals and premium health-food retailers, with custom packaging formats available for B2B clients.

Specialisation and Core USP

Nordstock’s core USP is rooted in sustainable, whole-salmon utilization and high-value protein extraction through innovative low-temperature processing. The key differentiators include:

• Proprietary Broth Extraction Technology: Preserves omega-3s, collagen, amino acids, and minerals
• Clean Label Commitment: No preservatives, no allergens, and no synthetic additives
• Traceable Supply Chain: 100% Norwegian-origin salmon from certified aquaculture operations

These aspects make Nordstock a leading choice for gourmet chefs, health-conscious consumers, and food manufacturers seeking premium broth solutions.

Financial Strength

As a growth-stage company backed by Norway’s seafood innovation ecosystem, Nordstock has achieved increasing year-on-year expansion. Though private, trade and partnership data suggest the company is scaling rapidly through both direct exports and strategic foodservice channels in Scandinavia and beyond.

• Current annual processing volume: Approx. 50–100 metric tons of raw salmon material
• Revenue trajectory boosted by health food demand and rising broth consumption globally

Export and Shipment Performance

Nordstock exports its products primarily across:

• Scandinavia (Sweden, Denmark, Finland)
• Germany and Netherlands
• United Kingdom
• Emerging interest from North American gourmet distributors

They offer both fresh-chilled and frozen export formats, supported by cold-chain logistics and export compliance documentation. The company is currently exploring expansion through partnerships with premium health stores and functional food brands in the EU and Asia.

Target Market

Nordstock targets multiple segments:

• Foodservice and Gourmet Kitchens
• Health Food and Wellness Retail Chains
• Functional Food Manufacturers
• Online Premium Grocers
• Pet Food Supplement Formulators

The company’s products appeal to professionals in the culinary world and to consumers focused on clean nutrition, bone health, immunity, and gut wellness.

Operational Capabilities

• Processing Plant: Located in Bodø, equipped with broth simmering, filtration, cooling, and vacuum-packing systems
• R&D and Innovation: Collaborations with local universities for nutritional profiling and broth science
• Packaging Options: Industrial bulk packs, retail-ready pouches, and foodservice containers
• Supply Integration: Uses salmon from ASC-certified Norwegian farms

Certifications and Compliance

Nordstock’s operations adhere to:

• HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)
• Norwegian Food Safety Authority (Mattilsynet) Regulations
• EU Export Approval for Food Products
• Traceability Standards for Norwegian Seafood

The company’s traceability and regulatory compliance are verified through Norwegian seafood control protocols and industry certification bodies.

Customer Testimonials

Testimonials from chefs and nutritionists across Norway and Sweden highlight:

• Superior depth of flavor and umami in broths
• Convenient and clean-label formulation for quick-service meals
• Nutritional value supporting consumer health and well-being

B2B partners also cite consistency and sustainable sourcing as major value drivers.

Major Achievements

• Launch of the first commercial Norwegian salmon broth brand for export
• Featured in Norwegian Seafood Council’s sustainability programs
• Recognized for whole-salmon utilization innovation by industry forums
• Release of multi-format product line for HORECA and consumer markets in 2024
• Rapid channel growth into European foodservice segments

Nordstock AS continues to redefine seafood ingredient innovation by merging traditional nutrition with modern food science, upholding Norway’s leadership in sustainable aquaculture.