The Best Aquaculture Practices program has awarded its first certification of a salmon processing facility to Multiexport Foods S.A. in Puerto Montt, Chile.
"We congratulate Multiexport Foods for this industry-leading achievement," George Chamberlain, president of the Global Aquaculture Alliance said. "With the first BAP-certified salmon farms and now processing plants coming on line, BAP is continuing to make a difference in helping to supply wholesome, responsible seafood for the world's growing food needs."
Multiexport Foods' state-of-the-art processing plant has an annual capacity of 80,000mt. It offers a variety of fresh, frozen and smoked salmon products and cuts.
Multiexport Foods CEO Andres Lyon said BAP certification is another important step in the company's commitment to responsible and sustainable aquaculture.
"We are very proud of this achievement," Mr Lyon said. "It is a testimonial to the commitment we have as an organisation to practice responsible aquaculture. We want to be a key part of the solution to feed the world today and tomorrow in a sustainable way."
