Aquanord

FRENCH LEADER OF SEABASS AND SEABREAM

Aquanord produces 1800 tons of fish a year, according to demanding quality standards. Each fish coming out of our farm, according to its size of sale, is from 2 to 4 years old and weighs from 200g to 2kg. In our packing room, among the most modern in Europe, we pack 5 to 10 kg of fish caught on order and calibrated with precision. All of our processes guarantee freshness and traceability. Our breeding site enjoys a privileged position, 30 km from the Channel Tunnel and in the immediate vicinity of the motorway network connecting major French and European cities. We benefit from the vitality of the largest French research centre in aquaculture located in the North.

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PRESENTATION AND HISTORY
1982 Creation of Aquanord
Aquanord was created in 1982 in Gravelines. It was the great era of the beginning of aquaculture in France.
Historical flagship of the sector, the company produces 1500 tons of sea bass and sea bream in land-based ponds on an exceptional site facing the North Sea.

1987 Creation of the Gravelines Marine Hatchery
In 1987, Aquanord created the Hatchery Marine de Gravelines, and mastered all its sea bass raising process. The company then developed a very important and innovative know-how within a promising aquaculture sector.
The development of a breeding line of sea bass and sea bream, as well as the emergence of a sector of ​​excellence with the Gravelines marine hatchery, has enabled Aquanord to bring a strong added value to its know-how.
The site benefits from water regulated in temperature in partnership with EDF and the city of Gravelines.

2004 The recognition
In 2004, the company became the largest sea bass and sea bream production site in France.
Aquanord fish were twice selected for the Bocuse d'Or in 1995 and 2001. .

2013 Entry into the group
In 2013, Aquanord became the property of Gloria Maris Group and, as part of the Group's premium strategy, showcased French aquaculture.

2016 Label
In September 2016 Aquanord obtained the Origine France Garantie certification.

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