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About Us

We bring Chile’s ocean to the world, with respect for all those who share it.

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Blumar Culture

At Blumar, we believe that how we do things matters just as much as the results we achieve. That is why we have built a culture around eight principles that guide every decision, from how we engage with the ocean to how we work together.

We collaborate, challenge ourselves, lead by example and act with simplicity. We are a company rooted in southern Chile with a global outlook, and this is reflected in the way we engage with people, communities and the environment that sustains us.

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Blumar at a Glance

Revenue US$ MILLION

712,814

Revenue US$ MILLION

Net Income US$ MILLION

118,115

Net Income US$ MILLION

Employees

2,628

Employees

Tonnes of Salmon Harvested (WFE)

65,570

Tonnes of Salmon Harvested (WFE)

Tonnes of Frozen Jack Mackerel Produced

140,370

Tonnes of Frozen Jack Mackerel Produced

Tonnes of Fishmeal Produced

43,511

Tonnes of Fishmeal Produced

EBITDA US$ MILLION

79,694

EBITDA US$ MILLION

2025 CSA Score – Sustainability Yearbook Member

72/100

2025 CSA Score – Sustainability Yearbook Member

Benefits from Community Projects

18,659

Benefits from Community Projects

In-House-Produced Smolts (Units)

4,117,742

In-House-Produced Smolts (Units)

Tonnes of Fish Oil Produced

12,317

Tonnes of Fish Oil Produced

Company-Owned Aquaculture Concessions

55

Company-Owned Aquaculture Concessions

Sites in Operation

29

Sites in Operation

Operational Vessels

6

Operational Vessels

Fishmeal and Fish Oil Plants

4

Fishmeal and Fish Oil Plants

Human Consumption Processing Plants

5

Human Consumption Processing Plants

Fish Hatchery

1

Fish Hatchery

Fishing Quota

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Blumar at a Glance

Revenue US$ MILLION

712,814

Revenue US$ MILLION

Net Income US$ MILLION

118,115

Net Income US$ MILLION

Employees

2,628

Employees

Tonnes of Salmon Harvested (WFE)

65,570

Tonnes of Salmon Harvested (WFE)

Tonnes of Frozen Jack Mackerel Produced

140,370

Tonnes of Frozen Jack Mackerel Produced

Tonnes of Fishmeal Produced

43,511

Tonnes of Fishmeal Produced

EBITDA US$ MILLION

79,694

EBITDA US$ MILLION

2025 CSA Score – Sustainability Yearbook Member

72/100

2025 CSA Score – Sustainability Yearbook Member

Benefits from Community Projects

18,659

Benefits from Community Projects

In-House-Produced Smolts (Units)

4,117,742

In-House-Produced Smolts (Units)

Tonnes of Fish Oil Produced

12,317

Tonnes of Fish Oil Produced

Corporate Governance

Our management approach is grounded in the principles of transparency, ethics and accountability, ensuring effective governance aligned with the interests of shareholders, employees and communities.

We have an experienced Board of Directors that oversees regulatory compliance and strategic decision-making. We also promote open dialogue with our stakeholders and incorporate management practices that strengthen our commitment to sustainable development and long-term growth.

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Blumar Worldwide

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Our Operations in Chile

Caldera, Fishmeal and Fish Oil Plant

Founded in 1980 and supplied entirely by local artisanal fishers. The plant primarily processes jack mackerel and anchovy, making it a key link in Blumar’s value chain in northern Chile.

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Talcahuano, Bahía San Vicente Fleet

Six industrial purse-seine fishing vessels operate from Bahía San Vicente, forming the fleet that supplies Blumar’s processing plants in the region. Specialized in harvesting jack mackerel in the South Pacific, they represent the first link in a value chain that reaches tables around the world.

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Talcahuano, Fishmeal and Fish Oil Plant

Operating since 1955. The plant is supplied by industrial fishing (30%), artisanal fishers (60%) and by-products (10%). It processes industrially caught jack mackerel, as well as artisanal sardine, anchovy and jack mackerel.

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Talcahuano, San Vicente Frozen Jack Mackerel Plant

Operating since 1955. One of Chile’s highest-volume frozen jack mackerel processing plants for human consumption, supplying demanding markets across five continents.

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Talcahuano, Rocuant Frozen Jack Mackerel Plant

Originally established as a surimi processing plant, it now produces value-added frozen jack mackerel using IQF technology, raising presentation and quality standards for international markets.

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Talcahuano, Salmon Processing Plant

Blumar’s corporate headquarters and processing facility for Atlantic salmon sourced from its farming sites in Aysén. The plant produces fresh and frozen formats for export and operates under the highest international food safety certifications.

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Coronel, Fishmeal and Fish Oil Plant

Supplied entirely by artisanal fishers from central-southern Chile, the plant processes catches from the area between Biobío and La Araucanía, contributing to Blumar’s fishmeal and fish oil production chain in the region.

 

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Corral Fishmeal and Fish Oil Plant

Located on the coast of the Los Ríos Region, the plant is supplied entirely by artisanal fishers from southern Chile. Its location provides access to the rich fisheries of more southerly waters, strengthening Blumar’s network of processing plants across the country.

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Puyehue Fish Hatchery

Located in the municipality of Puyehue, Los Lagos Region. It produces approximately 4 million smolts per year, covering 30% of the company’s requirements. The facility marks the beginning of Blumar’s freshwater operations, completing the salmon production cycle from its earliest stages.

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Aysén, Salmon Grow-Out Sites

In the waters of Chilean Patagonia, Blumar farms Atlantic salmon at sites equipped with modern infrastructure and strict biosecurity protocols. Grow-out cycles last between 12 and 20 months, producing between 3,000 and 8,000 tonnes per site during each cycle.

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Punta Arenas, Salmon Grow-Out Sites

The cold, pristine waters of the Strait of Magellan provide unique conditions for farming Atlantic salmon. Their temperature and purity enable the production of salmon raised without antibiotics, meeting the volumes and standards required by the world’s most demanding markets.

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Punta Arenas, Salmon Processing Plant

Strategically located to process harvests directly from Magallanes grow-out sites, reducing time and distance throughout the cold chain. The plant operates in one of Chile’s most challenging environments and meets export standards for international markets.

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Punta Arenas, Mercado Blumar Retail Store

Blumar’s first and only retail store, opened in 2022. It brings export-quality salmon closer to the local community at accessible prices, while also serving as a gathering place and source of pride for those who are part of both the company and the city.

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Awards and Initiatives

At Blumar Chile, we are distinguished by our commitment to initiatives that benefit both our employees and the communities where we operate.

We promote social and educational projects and participate in industry events that strengthen our connection with local communities, recognizing them as essential to the sustainable development of fishing and aquaculture. This reflects our comprehensive approach to sustainability.

  1. 77 Years of Lasting Impact

    In October 2025, Blumar marked 77 years of history, strengthening a legacy built on innovation, nutrition and ocean stewardship. This milestone comes amid a challenging environment, reaffirming the company’s commitment to sustainability and the responsible development of the aquaculture industry.

  2. Mercado Blumar Anniversary

    Mercado Blumar celebrated its third anniversary as a retail store and culinary hub in Magallanes, bringing salmon closer to the community and promoting local food culture through activities with residents, authorities and educational institutions.

  3. Sustainability Yearbook 2025 de S&P Global

    Blumar was recognized for its sustainability performance as Chile’s top-ranked fishing company and second-ranked salmon producer in S&P Global’s Sustainability Yearbook 2025, standing out among more than 7,600 companies and ranking within the top 30% of those assessed.

  4. Operational Excellence Recognition for the Salmon Processing Plant

    The plant improved its Operational Excellence Index by 9 points compared with 2024, reaching an OEI score of 25. This progress reflects the implementation of best practices and a strong focus on continuous improvement.

Suppliers

Our suppliers and contractors are an essential part of Blumar’s value chain. They contribute to the development of our operations and the growth of the communities where we are present, while adhering to clear standards of ethics, safety and regulatory compliance.

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