01 Fishery
From Ocean Depths – Tradition and Sustainability
At Ervik Group, our roots lie in the fishery, where our commitment to quality and sustainability begins. With a fleet of 14 vessels, we focus on responsibly catching prawns, snow crabs, and white fish, using environmentally-friendly line fishing methods. This approach not only ensures the highest quality seafood but also protects marine ecosystems for future generations.
We value our partnerships deeply, recognizing that mutual understanding of quality standards, fair pricing, efficient transport, and reliable timing strengthens our operations. This shared respect is key to our success, enabling us to deliver seafood that consistently surpasses expectations.
Our dedication to excellence shines through in our ‘fresh frozen’ process. Each line-caught fish is handled with the utmost care from the moment it leaves the water, and our crabs are promptly cooked and frozen to preserve their freshness and natural taste. These careful practices guarantee a superior product that brings the pure flavors of the ocean to tables around the world.
At Ervik Group, we are devoted to catching high-quality seafood with minimal environmental impact, always staying true to our values of sustainability and premium quality.
Our latest vessel - Frøyanes
Frøyanes is Ervik Group’s first purpose-built trawler, designed for both shrimp and snow crab fishing in the Barents Sea. As the first of its kind, Frøyanes is equipped with a moonpool—a feature that sets a new benchmark in the industry.
This innovative design enhances crew safety, ensures more humane handling of the catch, and improves operational efficiency. By mitigating the effects of ice, sea, and weather conditions, the vessel is less vulnerable and better suited for Arctic challenges.
The ship sets a new standard for snow crab fishing, contributing to a more sustainable harvesting method. It minimizes the impact on the crab population, as female crabs are less affected, promoting healthier reproduction and reducing strain on the ecosystem.
Frøyanes is also equipped with state-of-the-art, purpose-built technology, including an optimized diesel-electric propulsion system and streamlined hull design. Additionally, it features a triple-trawl system and an advanced processing facility for both shrimp and crab production.
The vessel is further outfitted with a dedicated research laboratory to study snow crab and other marine species, underlining its role as a platform for scientific exploration.
Wildcaught Norwegian Prawns & Snowcrabs
The quality of our prawns and snow crabs is unmatched, thanks to the meticulous process of freezing onboard immediately after the catch. By cooking and freezing directly on the Frøyanes, we lock in the natural sweetness and delicate texture of each prawn and snow crab at the peak of freshness. This rapid freezing preserves the rich flavors and ensures that every bite is as close to the ocean as possible.
Our commitment to onboard freezing means that the seafood reaches your table just as it left the sea—firm, flavorful, and bursting with freshness. This process guarantees that our prawns and snow crabs retain their premium quality, delivering a superior culinary experience for seafood lovers around the world
Preserving purity -
white fish frozen at sea
The secret to our white fish’s exceptional quality lies in our onboard freezing process. Each fish is carefully line-caught and handled with precision, then quickly frozen right on the vessel, capturing the fish at its peak freshness. This rapid freezing maintains the natural texture, firm fillets, and clean taste that only freshly caught white fish can deliver.
By freezing at sea, we ensure that the fish retains its ocean-fresh flavor and nutrient-rich quality, making it a top choice for discerning chefs and seafood enthusiasts. Our dedication to this process allows us to bring the pure taste of the North Sea to plates around the world, offering a product that’s as fresh as the moment it was caught.
An innovative and traditional company
At Ervik Group, innovation and tradition go hand in hand. With deep roots in the fishing industry, we explore new technologies while honoring our heritage. Recently, we’ve embraced tools like holographic glasses and Starlink satellite internet.
Holographic glasses allow our team to perform vessel maintenance more efficiently, reducing downtime and ensuring peak performance. Real-time visuals and remote guidance let experts assist our crew anywhere, cutting travel costs and delays.
Starlink’s satellite internet provides reliable, high-speed connectivity at sea, improving logistics, weather monitoring, and team coordination. This enhances safety, optimizes operations, and supports informed decisions.
By integrating advanced technology with traditional practices, we save costs, boost efficiency, and uphold our commitment to high-quality seafood. Embracing innovation ensures a sustainable future, keeping our heritage strong for generations.