Eilidh Marshall
Reducing carbon footprint at Blar Mhor
BSW Group members, BSW Timber and Scott Pallets have joined forces to design and produce innovative timber pallets which will help Mowi to reduce its carbon emissions. 65,000 tonnes of fresh salmon is chilled, packed and shipped throughout the UK and abroad from Mowi’s flagship production facility, Blar Mhor, on timber pallets. Mowi approached Scott
MOWI celebrates big wins in esteemed food awards
MOWI ended the year with much to celebrate with core and new products winning three prestigious 2023 awards. MOWI celebrated wins in the Quality Food Awards, The Grocer’s Top Product Launches, and the Good Housekeeping Institute’s Taste Tests. This recognition by industry experts reinforces MOWI’s commitment to drive innovation and excitement in the fish category.
North Kilbrannan salmon farm approval becomes major boost for Mowi and its community-led harbour rejuvenation project
Mowi Scotland received unanimous council approval on November 28, 2023, for its salmon farm proposal in Kintyre’s Kilbrannan Sound which will create 10 permanent jobs and lead to substantial investment to reinvigorate the local community harbour in Carradale. Designed to have minimal visual impact on the environment, the new farm – North Kilbrannan – will
Mowi produces first eggs from Scottish broodstock in 20 years
With approvals received for Mowi Scotland’s broodstock and egg facility at Ardessie, the first eggs have now been collected from specially selected Mowi broodstock. For the past several years, Mowi Scotland has been reliant on external egg supply since the export ban of ova from Norway restricted the supply of high-quality eggs available to
Mowi extends record shinty sponsorship
As fans and clubs reflect on another great season of shinty in 2023, Mowi has provided another cause for celebration with the announcement that it is extending its sponsorship for a further three years, marking an incredible 38 years of support for the Highland sport of shinty. Mowi CEO Ben Hadfield said: “We are pleased
MOWI wins ASC Brand of the Year Award 2023
Nina Gomeche, MOWI Brand Manager, and Robin Brown, Head of Technical and Development at Mowi Consumer Products, collect ASC Award MOWI has been voted the ASC Brand of the Year for 2023 in the Aquaculture Stewardship Council UK annual awards ceremony at the Fishmonger’s Hall in London on October 26th. The dedicated ASC awards celebrate
Mowi International returns with a bang
Scotland’s journey to Newry, Ireland, for the highly anticipated Mowi Shinty Hurling International culminated in a compelling match, ending in Ireland’s triumph by 22-14. The game, marked by intense sportsmanship and fervent energy, showcased the unwavering dedication and skill of both teams, leaving an indelible mark on the sporting landscape. Amidst the fervour, heartfelt appreciation
