Salmon Processing and Production
Bergen/Kongsvinger
The table below provides an overview of our product groups, trim grades, sizes, and packaging options. By opening the different categories, you can explore the available specifications and see which solutions we can offer.
Atlantic salmon – fillet
7 varianterAtlantic salmon fillet, skin-onStandard + custom projectSpecification / trimA-trimPackaging / / Product formFresh / Frozen / / Size
A-Trim
- Backbone Off
- Belly flaps Off
- Collarbone Off
Applications
Standard skin-on fillet for retail, foodservice and industrial applications. Available in several trim grades and size ranges.
From raw materials to finished product
Whole gutted salmon is filleted, trimmed to the A-trim specification and packed to the customer's requirements.
Packaging and projects
Suitable for customers seeking a flexible fillet base for further processing or resale.
Atlantic salmon fillet, skin-onStandard + custom projectSpecification / trimB-trimPackaging / / Product formFresh / Frozen / / Size
B-Trim
- Backbone Off
- Belly flaps Off
- Collarbone Off
- Back fins Off
- Pelvic fins Off
Applications
A more extensively trimmed skin-on fillet. Suitable where the customer requires a higher trim level without moving to a skinless fillet.
From raw materials to finished product
The raw material is graded by size before filleting, trimming and packing.
Packaging and projects
Can be tailored with customer-specific packaging solutions and labelling.
Atlantic salmon fillet, skin-onStandard + custom projectSpecification / trimC-trimPackaging / / Product formFresh / Frozen / / Size
C-Trim
- Backbone Off
- Belly flaps Off
- Collarbone Off
- Pelvic fins Off
- Back fins Off
- Pin bones removed
Applications
A higher level of processing for customers requiring a more fully trimmed product.
From raw materials to finished product
Whole salmon is processed into fillets, followed by additional trimming and size grading.
Packaging and projects
Suitable for retail, foodservice and further processing.
Atlantic salmon fillet, skin-onStandard + custom projectSpecification / trimD-trimPackaging / / Product formFresh / Frozen / / Size
D-Trim
- Backbone Off
- Belly flaps Off
- Collarbone Off
- Pelvic fins Off
- Pin bones removed
- Full-back trimmed
- Tailpiece Off
- Belly membrane removed
- All belly Off
Applications
A retail- and customer-focused fillet grade, with the trim level tailored to the final product.
From raw materials to finished product
The fillet undergoes further processing to meet customer requirements for appearance, size and application.
Packaging and projects
Can be combined with customer-specific design, private label and project-based solutions.
Atlantic salmon fillet, skinless and bonelessStandard + custom projectSpecification / trimE-trim (Normal)Packaging / / Product formFresh / FrozenSize
E-Trim
- Backbone Off
- Belly flaps Off
- Collarbone Off
- Pelvic fins Off
- Pin bones removed
- Full-back trimmed
- Tailpiece Off
- Belly membrane removed
- All belly Off
- Skin Off (From E-Trim Normal to E-Trim Deep Skin)
Applications
A skinless, boneless fillet suitable as a base for premium retail, foodservice and further processing.
From raw materials to finished product
The salmon is filleted, skinned, trimmed and inspected before packing.
Packaging and projects
Size and packaging can be tailored to larger customer projects.
Atlantic salmon fillet, skinless and bonelessStandard + custom projectSpecification / trimE-trim (Deep Skinned)Packaging / / Product formFresh / FrozenSize
E-Trim
- Backbone Off
- Belly flaps Off
- Collarbone Off
- Pelvic fins Off
- Pin bones removed
- Full-back trimmed
- Tailpiece Off
- Belly membrane removed
- All belly Off
- Skin Off (From E-Trim Normal to E-Trim Deep Skin)
Applications
A deep-skinned variant for customers requiring a reduced fat layer and a cleaner fillet specification.
From raw materials to finished product
Following standard filleting, the skin and additional subcutaneous fat are removed before final inspection and packing.
Packaging and projects
Suitable when the customer has specific requirements for appearance, fat layer and end use.
Atlantic salmon fillet, skinless and bonelessCustom projectSpecification / trimF-trimPackaging / / Product formFresh / FrozenSize
F-Trim
- Backbone Off
- Belly flaps Off
- Collarbone Off
- Pelvic fins Off
- Pin bones removed
- Full-back trimmed
- Tailpiece Off
- Belly membrane removed
- All belly Off
- Skin Off
- Fatline removed
Applications
A premium processing grade for customers with their own specifications for trim, appearance and final product.
From raw materials to finished product
Raw material, trim level, size and packaging format are agreed with the customer as part of the project.
Packaging and projects
Used where the customer's specification defines the final product.
Atlantic salmon – loin
1 variantAtlantic salmon loinsCustom projectSpecification / trimE-trim / E-trim Deep Skinned / F-trimPackagingVacuum-packedProduct formFresh / FrozenSize
E-Trim
- Backbone Off
- Belly flaps Off
- Collarbone Off
- Pelvic fins Off
- Pin bones removed
- Full-back trimmed
- Tailpiece Off
- Belly membrane removed
- All belly Off
- Skin Off (From E-Trim Normal to E-Trim Deep Skin)
F-Trim
- Backbone Off
- Belly flaps Off
- Collarbone Off
- Pelvic fins Off
- Pin bones removed
- Full-back trimmed
- Tailpiece Off
- Belly membrane removed
- All belly Off
- Skin Off
- Fatline removed
Applications
Loins can be produced to the customer's requirements for size, trim grade and packaging.
From raw materials to finished product
The fillet is portioned into loin cuts according to specification.
Packaging and projects
Suitable for retail, foodservice and premium concepts.
Atlantic salmon – portion
1 variantAtlantic salmon portionsStandard + custom projectSpecification / trimIQF / IVP / glazedPackagingVacuum-packed / Bulk / Product formFrozenSize
Applications
Portions can be produced in fixed weights and various packaging formats, with or without glazing.
From raw materials to finished product
The fillet is cut into portions, frozen and packed to the customer's order.
Packaging and projects
Suitable for retail, foodservice, promotional products and private label.
Atlantic salmon – cuts
1 variantAtlantic salmon cuts and piecesCustom projectSpecification / trimPieces / irregular cuts / special cutsPackaging / BulkProduct formFrozenSize
Applications
Customer- and industry-specific cuts for further processing, ready meals and foodservice.
From raw materials to finished product
The fillet is cut to the required format and packed in the selected packaging solution.
Packaging and projects
Size, cut and packaging are defined for each customer project.
Smoked Atlantic salmon
2 varianterHot-smoked Atlantic salmonStandard + custom projectSpecification / trimNatural / flavoured / customer recipePackaging / Product formFresh / FrozenSize
Applications
Hot-smoked salmon is available both fresh and frozen, with a range of flavour profiles and specifications.
From raw materials to finished product
The raw material is processed, smoked and packed to the customer's requirements.
Packaging and projects
Suitable for retail, foodservice and customised concepts.
Cold-smoked Atlantic salmon, slicedCustom projectSpecification / trimSliced / various slice thicknessesPackaging / Product formFresh / FrozenSize
Applications
Cold-smoked salmon is available sliced in various tray sizes.
From raw materials to finished product
The product is processed, smoked, sliced and packed in the required format.
Packaging and projects
Suitable for retail and premium concepts requiring a finished consumer pack.
Customer-led concept
1 variantAtlantic salmon products with customer-specific designCustom projectSpecification / trimCustomer specificationPackaging / / Product formFresh / FrozenSize
Applications
Fully customised Atlantic salmon products developed to the customer's product, brand and market requirements.
From raw materials to finished product
Trim grade, size, packaging, labelling and production specifications are defined jointly with the customer before launch.
Packaging and projects
Designed for private-label ranges, promotional campaigns and differentiated retail or foodservice concepts.
By-products
5 varianterAtlantic salmon headsFull raw material utilisationSpecification / trimFresh-frozen co-productPackagingBulk / CartonProduct formFrozenSize
Applications
Salmon heads are our principal by-product. They are frozen fresh immediately after production to preserve quality.
From raw materials to finished product
During filleting, the co-product streams are separated, sorted and rapidly frozen.
Packaging and projects
Supplied for human consumption, further processing or industrial applications according to customer requirements.
Atlantic salmon frames (backbones)Full raw material utilisationSpecification / trimFresh-frozen co-productPackagingBulk / CartonProduct formFrozenSize
Applications
Salmon frames are supplied as part of our commitment to maximising utilisation of the whole salmon.
From raw materials to finished product
They are separated during production and handled as a dedicated raw material stream.
Packaging and projects
Suitable for a range of uses within human consumption, further processing and industrial applications.
Atlantic salmon belly flapsFull raw material utilisationSpecification / trimFresh-frozen co-productPackagingBulk / CartonProduct formFrozenSize
Applications
Salmon belly flaps are a valuable co-product from processing and can be supplied for further use.
From raw materials to finished product
The belly flaps are separated and frozen after production where agreed.
Packaging and projects
Application and packaging are agreed with the customer.
Trimmings / co-productsFull raw material utilisationSpecification / trimFresh-frozen co-productPackagingBulk / CartonProduct formFrozenSize
Applications
Trimmings and other co-products are utilised for various purposes to maximise the value and use of the raw material.
From raw materials to finished product
Raw material streams are sorted by type and handled according to customer requirements.
Packaging and projects
Suitable for the ingredients industry, further processing and other applications.
Atlantic salmon skinFull raw material utilisationSpecification / trimFresh-frozen co-productPackagingBulk / CartonProduct formFrozenSize
Applications
Atlantic salmon skin is a valuable co-product from processing and can be supplied for further use.
From raw materials to finished product
The skin is separated during filleting, sorted and rapidly frozen to preserve quality.
Packaging and projects
Supplied for further processing, food applications or industrial use according to customer requirements.
** Products can be developed at the factories according to customer specifications, from raw materials and trim levels to packaging and the finished product.
*** We make use of the entire salmon and offer main products, by-products, and co-products from our production.
From Raw Materials to Finished Product
First Seafood operates two modern production facilities in Norway—in Kongsvinger and in Godvik, Bergen. Our plants are equipped with advanced processing lines from BAADER, one of the seafood industry’s leading technology suppliers, combined with modern solutions for quality control, portioning, packaging, and freezing.
The high degree of automation ensures consistent quality, precise trimming, and the flexibility to produce everything from whole salmon and fillets to loins, portions, and customized concepts.
Through modern technology and experienced employees, we offer a wide range of trim grades, sizes, and packaging solutions tailored to retail, foodservice, and industry. We also work to maximize the use of the entire raw material by producing both main products and by-products. Find the product that suits your needs.
The range shown here is a selection of our standard products. Many products can also be customized to your needs in terms of size, trim grade, packaging, and product design. If you cannot find exactly what you are looking for, we will be happy to help develop a solution tailored to your market.
Trimming and Processing Options
We offer A-trim, B-trim, C-trim, D-trim, E-trim (Normal), E-trim (Deep Skinned), and F-trim.
| Trim / specification | Raw material 3–4 kg | Raw material 4–5 kg | Raw material 5–6 kg | Additional smaller size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A-trim | 1.0–1.5 kg | 1.5–1.9 kg | 1.9–2.3 kg | — |
| B-trim | 1.0–1.4 kg | 1.4–1.8 kg | 1.8–2.1 kg | — |
| C-trim | 0.9–1.3 kg | 1.3–1.7 kg | 1.7–2.0 kg | — |
| D-trim | 0.8–1.2 kg | 1.2–1.5 kg | 1.5–1.8 kg | — |
| E-trim (Normal) | 0.8–1.1 kg | 1.1–1.4 kg | 1.4–1.7 kg | 0.6–0.9 kg |
| E-trim (Deep Skinned) | 0.7–1.0 kg | 1.1–1.3 kg | 1.3–1.6 kg | 0.6–0.9 kg |
| F-trim | To customer specification | To customer specification | To customer specification | — |
By-products and Co-products
We make use of the entire salmon and offer both main products and by-products.
The main by-product is salmon heads. They are frozen immediately after processing, while still fresh, to preserve quality. We also supply backbones, belly strips, trimmings, and other co-products for various applications.