Aker BioMarine, along with its newly divested feed and fishery company, holding the QRILL Pet brand, has been named the world's most innovative private sector company by the Global Innovation Management Institute (GIMI).
GIMI, the world’s largest non-profit membership organization dedicated to promoting innovation management standards, works in partnership with over 500 universities worldwide. At the GIMI Innovation Award at LaSalle University in Barcelona, Aker BioMarine was recognized in the Private Sector category for its outstanding efforts in driving sustainable innovation initiatives.
The jury awarded Aker BioMarine 1st place for its groundbreaking work in nutritional innovation, emphasizing its dedication to quality, sustainability, and krill-based ingredient development.
“Through relentless exploration of new technologies, Aker BioMarine continues to set industry standards, making a global impact on human health.”
Jury Statement
The award recognizes individuals and organizations in the public, private, and social sectors that promote innovation across industries and regions.
A global leader in innovation
Founded in 2006, Aker BioMarine has led the Antarctic krill industry, pioneering sustainable harvesting and creating a global ecosystem for research, product development and market expansion.
“This recognition is a testament to our dedication to innovation and aligns us with a global standard of excellence, which has been a pillar for our leadership in the krill industry. We have come a long way since our first trip to Antarctica, and this award belongs to everyone who has been part of our journey – our owners, partners, and especially our employees.”
Webjørn Barstad, CEO Aker BioMarine Antarctica
Industry leadership
The GIMI award adds to Aker BioMarine’s collection of accolades, including being named "Norway’s Most Innovative Company" and "Europe’s Most Innovative Company." This highlights our groundbreaking efforts in sustainable practices and innovation in the health and nutrition industry.
For Aker BioMarine and its feed and fishery company, featuring brands like QRILL Pet and QRILL Aqua, this award underscores their commitment to advancing science, technology, and sustainability, all for the benefit of animals and the planet.
