SalMar-backed processor to shutter facility citing salmon tax as reason, with 110 jobs at risk

SalMar-owned SalmoSea said it was unable to invest the $24 million required to modernize its processing facility given the ongoing uncertainty created by Norway's salmon tax.

SalmoNor owns 74.3 percent of SalmoSea, while salmon farmer Bjoroya owns 25.7 percent. — SalmoNor owns 74.3 percent of SalmoSea, while salmon farmer Bjoroya owns 25.7 percent.Photo: David Engmo

Farmed salmon SalMar Salmonor NRS Gustav Witzoe

Published 14 March 2023, 09:36Updated 15 March 2023, 13:40