Norwegian Seafood Council

Profile:
NCCJ Member since: 2007
Norwegian Seafood Council Homepage [Seafood]

Mission
The Norwegian Seafood Council (NSC) works together with the Norwegian fisheries and aquaculture industry to develop markets for Norwegian seafood. NSC aims to increase the value of Norwegian seafood resources. We do this through market insights, market development, market risk management and reputational risk management in selected markets around the world, such as Japan. The Council also acts as an advisor for the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries in affairs concerning seafood exports and trade.

Organization
Our HQ is located in Tromsø (Norway), but we also have offices in 14 different markets. The Norwegian seafood industry finances the activities of the Council through fees levied on all exports of Norwegian seafood. NSC is a public company owned by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries. 

Japan – a strategically important market
Norwegian and Japanese actors have been working together to develop the Japanese seafood market and ensure visibility for the Norwegian origin for many years. Through strong collaboration, Japan became, and still is, one of the most important markets for Norwegian seafood, particularly mackerel and salmon.

More information:

• Website of the “Norwegian Seafood Council” (B2B-oriented): https://en.seafood.no/

• Website of “Seafood from Norway” (B2C-oriented): https://seafoodfromnorway.jp/