NRS executive switches from salmon to cod farming

Norcod, a pioneer in cod farming, has appointed a former salmon executive as its new Production Director.

Arve Olav Lervåg (pictured) takes over his new role next week, succeeding Tsjipke Deuzeman, who is joining the fresh-water aquaculture company Svåholmen AS as General Manager in early January.

Arve Olav Lervåg has worked in aquaculture for almost three decades, most recently as Executive Director of Aquaculture at Norway Royal Salmon (NRS) which is now part of the SalMar group.

Prior to his role at NRS, he spent 10 years at Lerøy, where he held positions as Production Coordinator and Production Manager. Lervåg holds a degree from Molde University College, where he studied aquaculture and economics.

Christian Riber, CEO of Norcod, said: “We are delighted to have secured the services of such an experienced aquaculture professional.

“Lervåg brings with him extensive and valuable expertise from salmon farming, and I am confident that his experience in commercial operations, along with his leadership qualities, will be a great asset to Norcod.”

Lervåg said: “As the pioneer and market leader, Norcod is well positioned to capitalize on the strong market conditions for farmed cod. I look forward to taking on the role of Production Director, optimizing and structuring the company’s production, and contributing to Norcod’s growth ambitions.”

Norcod’s main fish farms are located in mid-Norway. The company recently reported a large increase in third quarter revenues and its harvest but due heatwave problems during the summer its losses were also high. Exports have increased tenfold over the past year.