Strong Operational and Biological Performance
Mowi achieved record-high growth in the sea with improved biological metrics, leading to an operational profit of €214 million and revenue of €1.36 billion on 108,000 tonnes harvest volumes, up 12% year-over-year.
Increased Harvest Volumes and Industry Supply Growth
The industry supply growth was up by 13% year-over-year in Europe and 8% globally, with Mowi maintaining a farming volume guidance of 530,000 tonnes for the year.
Cost Reduction and Efficiency Gains
Realized blended farming costs were down compared to last year, with expectations for further decreases due to economies of scale and improved feed prices.
Positive Performance in Consumer Products and Feed Divisions
Consumer Products posted an operating profit increase to €33 million, while Mowi Feed achieved seasonally record-high volumes with a 14% increase year-over-year.
Dividend Distribution
The Board of Directors decided to distribute a quarterly dividend of NOK 1.70 per share.