Expanding the Omega-3 Supply Story

As global demand for EPA and DHA continues to grow and there is a renewed focus on future stability of the category, the omega-3 supply chain is diversifying beyond traditional fisheries. Through this initiative, GOED highlights emerging fish species, non- traditional fisheries and innovative sourcing strategies that contribute to a stable and sustainable omega-3 market.

Each company below provides an educational overview of the source, its nutritional profile and its role in the global value chain. These companies span the globe – Norway, India, Oman, UAE, Japan and Chile.

Arbee Group

India, UAE and Oman

Arbee Biomarine Extracts was founded in 2005 with a single purpose: to unlock the full nutritional potential of Indian Ocean sardines for global markets. Today, it is a vertically integrated manufacturer and refiner with a growing footprint across India, the UAE, and Oman with associated firm Rbionutrix.

Kanematsu

Japan

Kanematsu, founded in 1889 in Japan, is a diversified global trading company, focusing on innovation and sustainability.

Nutrisco / Orizon

Chile

Nutrisco specializes in small pelagic species naturally rich in EPA and DHA—like jack mackerel, mackerel, sardine and anchovy—and they oversee the entire value chain from sourcing with dedicated fleets to state-of-the-art processing plants and global distribution.

United Fish L.L.C.

Oman

United Fish, based in Duqm, Oman, specializes in the manufacturing and export of human nutrition fish oil, fishmeal and fish solubles. The company’s fish oil is produced from sardines.

Zooca – The Calanus Compa

Norway

Zooca, located in northern Norway, harvests and refines tiny zooplankton called Calanus finmarchicus. It develops health and nutrition ingredients