Exhibiting at Seafood Expo North America 2025

Vikenco AS is a premium seafood processor and exporter based in Aukra, Norway, specializing in the production of high-quality Atlantic salmon and trout. Strategically located along the Norwegian coast, Vikenco benefits from direct access to pristine aquaculture environments, enabling the company to deliver superior fish products with full traceability, freshness, and sustainability.

Company Background and Integration

Founded in 1978, Vikenco AS has grown to become one of Norway's leading seafood processors, with a vertically integrated structure under the ownership of Benchmark Holdings Plc. The company operates under strict Norwegian aquaculture and environmental regulations, ensuring both product quality and ecological responsibility. Its proximity to some of the world’s most optimal fish farming areas, including the Romsdal Fjord, ensures efficient harvest-to-processing operations within hours.

Core Product Range

Vikenco processes and exports a wide range of fresh and frozen salmon and trout products, catering to the needs of retail, foodservice, and industrial clients worldwide.

Fresh Products:

• Whole Salmon (Superior Head-On)
• Whole Trout (Superior Head-On)
• Salmon Fillets
  • Trim options: A, B, C, D, E
  • Pre-rigor and post-rigor fillets for extended shelf life
• Salmon Portions and Loins

Frozen Products:

• IQF and block-frozen formats for global shipping
• Frozen Whole Salmon and Trout
• Frozen Salmon Fillets (all trim levels)
• Salmon By-products
  • Belly flaps, heads, backs – processed for pet food, oil, and feed industries

All products are available in customized packaging formats and comply with market-specific quality standards.

Processing Capabilities

Vikenco’s state-of-the-art facility in Aukra features:

• Daily processing capacity exceeding 250 tons of fish
• Pre-rigor filleting lines for enhanced freshness
• Automated grading and trimming systems
• Individual Quick Freezing (IQF) tunnels and blast freezing units
• Strict hygienic zones compliant with EU and FDA food safety guidelines

Certifications and Quality Assurance

To ensure safety and quality, Vikenco maintains an extensive certification and compliance portfolio:

• Global GAP
• ASC (Aquaculture Stewardship Council)
• BRC Global Standard for Food Safety
• IFS Food Standard
• HACCP-based internal controls
• Approved for export to key markets including the EU, USA, China, Japan, and the Middle East

Each batch is fully traceable from farm to fork, supported by digital traceability systems and third-party audit programs.

Export Performance and Market Reach

Vikenco is a key exporter in the Norwegian seafood supply chain. According to trade data and export platforms:

• Exports over 40,000 metric tons of salmon and trout products annually
• Core markets: European Union (Germany, France, UK, Netherlands), United States, UAE, Japan, and South Korea
• Well-established partnerships with global distributors, foodservice providers, and leading retail chains

The company also supports private label programs and custom specification supply contracts.

Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship

Vikenco is deeply committed to environmental sustainability and ethical aquaculture practices:

• Sources fish exclusively from certified Norwegian farms
• Implements low-emission logistics and cold chain solutions
• Ensures 100% utilization of fish by-products to reduce waste
• Partners with marine research organizations to monitor environmental impact

The company follows Norway’s national aquaculture framework, among the most advanced globally, with strict controls on feed, antibiotics, and biomass density.

Client Testimonials and Industry Recognition

“Vikenco has consistently delivered top-grade salmon with exceptional freshness and compliance to our specifications.” — Purchasing Manager, EU Seafood Importer

“Their pre-rigor fillets have helped extend our retail shelf life and reduce shrinkage.” — Quality Assurance Head, U.S. Retail Chain

Industry Participation and Development

• Regular exhibitor at Seafood Expo Global, China Fisheries Expo, and Boston Seafood Show
• Collaborates with food science researchers on texture, yield, and shelf-life optimization
• Recognized by Norwegian Seafood Council for high standard export practices

Vikenco AS continues to reinforce its position as a trusted supplier of responsibly farmed and expertly processed salmon and trout, meeting the highest demands of international buyers and sustainability-conscious consumers.