Ramoen
Granit
Havstrand
Gadus Neptun
Gadus Njord
Gadus Poseidon
Båtsfjord
Magne Arvesen
Holmøy
Prestfjord
Langøy
Kap Farvel
Koralen
Koralhav
Doggi
Rypefjord
Vesttind
The Making - ingress
Premium quality starts with the raw material. That is why Pharma Marine, the producer of CodMarine®, carefully selects the fishing vessels that supply our raw materials, partnering only with operators who share our commitment to quality, responsibility, and respect for the ocean.
The CodMarine® Fleet is a carefully selected network of Norwegian fishing vessels that share our passion for quality, sustainability, and responsible harvesting.
By partnering exclusively with trusted fishermen who meet our strict standards, we ensure access to some of the finest marine raw materials available. Operating in the pristine waters of the Northeast Atlantic, every vessel follows rigorous fisheries regulations and sustainable fishing practices.
This gives us complete traceability and quality control from catch to finished product.
Together with the CodMarine® Fleet, we utilize every part of the Northeast Arctic cod. Premium fillets are used for food production, nutrient-rich marine oils are refined into high-quality Omega-3 products, and the remaining raw materials are used for fish meal. This responsible use of natural resources reflects our commitment to both quality and sustainability.
Every harvest is carried out in accordance with strict fisheries regulations, ensuring sustainable practices and full traceability from sea to finished product. Through a rigorous selection and quality control process, we ensure that only the finest raw materials are used in CodMarine products.
This commitment enables us to deliver the exceptional purity, quality, and reliability that define CodMarine.
Take a look at some of the fishing vessels in the CodMarine® Fleet. You can also track the vessels to see where they are right now!
Pharma Marine’s journey with Eqology began when they approached Pharma Marine with an ambitious goal: to create the best omega-3 product in the world.
They were looking for a product made from sustainable, MSC-certified cod, with exceptional freshness, stability, and quality. It needed to be fully traceable, responsibly sourced, and, just as importantly, something people would enjoy taking every day.
By combining Eqology’s vision with Pharma Marine’s expertise and passion for marine nutrition, we created a product that met these high standards.
Today, our collaboration has grown into a portfolio of sustainable, traceable, and premium-quality products. Together, we have developed innovative formulations with a variety of flavours, vitamins, and health-promoting ingredients, making it easier and more enjoyable for people to include these essential fatty acids in their daily routine.
And this is only the beginning.
Pharma Marine™ is a family-owned company located at the island of Terøy in Ålesund, Norway. With more than 30 years experiences producing omega-3 oils, we have one of the most experienced team in the industry.
Our history covers activities and experiences from ocean fisheries and boat building to establishment of factories for product development, production, sales and distribution of various marine products. We are grateful for our history and where it has taken us. Every part of our history has shaped us to be an innovative company with appreciation, care, and respect for people and nature.
The processing plant is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and like every aspect of Pharma Marine operations, the plant was designed to minimize the impact of its operation on the environment. For example, sea water is used to cool down the reactors, and the energy from the sea water is used to keep an optimal temperature on the large fish oil store tanks. Unutilized oil fractions are used for feed or used as a source of energy to heat up the facility, and everything is done to reduse waste.
The team at Pharma Marine™ consists of experienced and well-educated people. We have our own R&D department with pilot equipment and analytical instruments. We also have a sophisticated quality control lab with the latest technologies and we continuously work with optimization of processes and technologies to assure CodMarine® premium quality.
CodMarine® is the result of a deep commitment to quality, sustainability and transparency. From the pristine Northeast Atlantic Ocean to Pharma Marine’s refining facility on Norway’s west coast, every step of the journey is guided by a passion for creating an omega-3 oil gives people a better health, and a better quality of life.
At Pharma Marine, quality starts at the source. CodMarine® is made from rest raw material from filet production of MSC certified wild caught Atlantic cod, harvested from the cold and nutrient Northeast Atlantic Ocean. Every batch is carefully purified to remove heavy metals and environmental pollutants, refined to ensure consistent quality, and extensively tested to meet the highest standards for safety, freshness, and stability.
From the moment the crude oil arrives at our facility to the final quality approval, every step is guided by experience, expertise, and attention to detail. The result is a premium omega-3 oil with exceptional purity, superior taste, and full traceability from sea to finished product.
Proudly produced in Norway, CodMarine® combines the best of our marine heritage with modern technology, creating a sustainable and trusted source of omega-3 for consumers around the world.
Now the next generation in the Gjendemsjø family has joined the Pharma Marine™ team and together we will work to provide premium quality products that are great for our planet, your health and future generations.
Where the fjords meet the mountains at the beautiful west coast of Norway there is an old fishing town called Ålesund. For generations, fishing has been a big part of their lifestyle. For the Gjendemsjø family it all started in 1949 when Lauritz decided to be a fisherman instead of taking over his family farm. Since then, he was a fisherman by heart. He later became a pioneer by building the first fishing boat designed with thrusters. In the late 60's, Lauritz wanted to take things to a new level and increase the value of the fish they caught.
Lauritz and his companions built a fish-processing factory where they processed fish and finished consumer goods. Lauritz bought a new facility in Brattvåg where they processed fish. His youngest son, Leif Kjetil, used to help out at the factory after school and as his father he also fell in love with the profession. As he grew older he took on more responsibility – driving along the Norwegian coast selling fishing products to local shops. To optimize the utilization of the trimmings from the processing plant, Lauritz and Leif Kjetil got the idea to use residual material from the fish to produce fish protein and fish oil. They were actually among the first in the world to put fish oil and fish protein in two piece hard gelatin capsules and were one of the first in the world to produce omega-3 concentrates.
As the years passed, Leif Kjetil had been greatly influenced by his fathers way of thinking. Leif Kjetil began planning the next step for the Gjendemsjø family. He wanted to create a paradigm shift in the Omega-3 industry - with focus on eco-friendly and flexible production, R&D, sustainable raw materials and new healthy marine ingredients.
Leif Kjetil had for a long time had a dream about using the trimmings, not only the liver, from Norwegian fishing boats to produce omega-3 oils. Being from a fisher family he knew very well that the fishermen threw the trimmings back to the ocean because there was no one that wanted the trimmings. Leif Kjetil was and still is very passionate about caring for resources and believes that we should utilize everything we harvest from nature – values he has inherited from his father. Pharma Marine™ decided that we wanted to partner with Norwegian fishing vessels to see how we could utilize the trimmings in a good way. As a result of this, CodMarine® was launched in 2014.
“We are proud to be a company which is rich in history and unique marine lipids. We will continue to contribute to knowledge and inspiration for present and future generations by improving people’s health by developing innovative and convenient products from sustainable sources.”
- Leif Kjetil Gjendemsjø
Over millions of years, nature has created a rich spectrum of healthy fatty acids. Marine oils are naturally more than just EPA and DHA. They contain a diverse range of fatty acids that exist together in a balanced composition.
While EPA and DHA are the most researched omega-3 fatty acids and play an important role in health, we believe there is value in preserving the broader spectrum of naturally occurring fatty acids found in marine oils.
That is why CodMarine® embraces a Full Spectrum approach, combining the proven benefits of EPA and DHA with the richness of nature's original fatty acid profile.
CodMarine® is available exclusively through Eqology. Through this unique partnership, Eqology customers gain access to premium Norwegian omega-3 products made from sustainably sourced Northeast Atlantic cod, combining Norwegian heritage, sustainability, traceability, and exceptional quality.
Behind every drop of CodMarine® are dedicated experts, responsible fishermen, and sustainable practices. Together, we transform nutrient-rich rest raw materials into premium omega-3 products.
Premium quality starts with the raw material. That is why Pharma Marine, the producer of CodMarine®, carefully selects the fishing vessels and producers that supply our raw materials, partnering only with operators who share our commitment to quality, responsibility, and respect for the ocean.
By partnering exclusively with trusted fishermen who meet our strict standards, we ensure access to some of the finest marine raw materials available. Operating in the pristine waters of the Northeast Atlantic, every vessel follows rigorous fisheries regulations and sustainable fishing practices.
This gives us complete traceability and quality control from catch to finished product.
Together with the CodMarine® Fleet, we are proud of being part of utilizing every part of the fish, with a goal that nothing should go to waste. Premium fillets are used for food production, nutrient-rich marine oils are refined into high-quality Omega-3 products, and the remaining raw materials are used for fish meal and collagen. This responsible use of natural resources reflects our commitment to both quality and sustainability.
Every harvest is carried out in accordance with strict fisheries regulations, ensuring sustainable practices and full traceability from sea to finished product. Through a rigorous selection and quality control process, we ensure that only the finest raw materials are used in CodMarine® products.
This commitment enables us to deliver the exceptional purity, quality, and reliability that define CodMarine®.
Pharma Marine’s journey with Eqology began when they approached Pharma Marine with an ambitious goal: to create the best omega-3 product in the world.
Eqology were seeking an omega-3 product made from sustainable, MSC-certified cod with exceptional freshness, stability, and quality. It needed to be fully traceable, responsibly sourced, and equally important, something people would enjoy taking every day.
By combining Eqology’s vision with Pharma Marine’s expertise and passion for marine nutrition, we created a product that met these high standards. We are proud of being part of a partnership where we have created products that are giving people a better health and better quality of life.
Over the years, our collaboration has evolved into a portfolio of sustainable, traceable, and premium-quality products. We have developed innovative formulations with a variety of flavours, vitamins, and health-promoting ingredients, making it easier and more enjoyable for people to include these essential fatty acids in their daily routine.
Together, we continue to raise the standard for what an omega-3 product can be.
And this is only the beginning.
Pharma Marine™ is a family-owned company located on the island of Terøy in Ålesund, Norway. Pharma Marine is an omega-3 manufacturer who produce omega-3 products and product formulations from various sources. With more than 35 years of experience producing omega-3 oils, we have one of the most experienced teams in the industry.
Our history covers activities and experience from ocean fisheries and boat building to establishment of factories for product development, production, sales and distribution of various marine products.
With eco-friendly production of marine oils at heart, we learn from the balance in nature to provide a healthier life for people. For Pharma Marine, tradition and innovation go hand in hand.
Pharma Marine is a family business with family values at its core. We believe in close relationships with our partners, our employees, and our local community. And, of course, an enduring respect for nature.
Pharma Marine’s processing plant is equipped with modern technologies and like every aspect of Pharma Marine operations, the plant was designed to minimize the impact of its operation on the environment. For example, sea water is used for cooling processes in the factory, and the energy from this sea water is then used to keep an optimal temperature in the storage of raw materials. Any rest fractions that is not suitable for our production processes, are used for feed or used as a source of energy.
The team at Pharma Marine™ consist of experienced and well-educated people. We have our own R&D department with pilot equipment and analytical instruments. We are also equipped with a sophisticated quality control lab with the latest technologies where we continuously work with optimization of processes and technologies to assure CodMarine® premium quality.
CodMarine® is the result of a deep commitment to quality, sustainability and transparency. From the pristine Northeast Atlantic Ocean to Pharma Marine’s refining facility on Norway’s west coast, every step of the journey is guided by a passion for creating an omega-3 oil that gives people a better health, and a better quality of life.
At Pharma Marine, quality starts at the source. CodMarine® is made from rest raw material from filet production of MSC certified wild caught Northeast Atlantic cod species. It is harvested from the cold and nutrient-rich Northeast Atlantic Ocean, and every batch is carefully purified and refined to ensure consistent quality. The oil is extensively tested to meet the highest standards for safety, freshness, and stability.
From the moment the raw material arrives at our facility to the final quality approval, every step is guided by experience, expertise, and attention to detail. The result is a premium omega-3 oil with exceptional purity, superior taste, and full traceability from sea to finished product.
Proudly produced in Norway, CodMarine® combines the best of our marine heritage with modern technology, creating a sustainable and trusted source of omega-3 for consumers around the world.
Where the fjords meet the mountains at the beautiful west coast of Norway there is an old fishing town called Ålesund. For generations, fishing has been a big part of their lifestyle. For the Gjendemsjø family it all started in 1949 when Lauritz decided to be a fisherman instead of taking over his family farm. Since then, he was a fisherman by heart.
Through his career, Lauritz became a pioneer in the fishing and fish process industry by using new technologies and bringing new products to the market. Lauritz had a passion of optimizing the quality of the catch. In the late 60's, Lauritz wanted to take things to a new level and increase the value of the fish they caught. He built a fish-processing factory where they processed fish and finished consumer goods. His youngest son, Leif Kjetil, used to help at the factory after school and as his father he also fell in love with the profession.
As Leif Kjetil grew older, he took on more responsibility – driving along the Norwegian coast selling fish products to local shops. In 1988 Leif Kjetil began exploring ways to utilize the residual material from the fish to produce fish protein and fish oil. This marked the beguinning of a long career and a new chapter for the Gjendemsjø family.
Being among the first in the world to put fish oil and fish protein in two-piece hard gelatine capsules and one of the first in the world to produce omega-3 concentrates, Leif Kjetil has been a pioneer and forerunner in the omega-3 industry.
After building two successful companies manufacturing omega-3 oils, Leif Kjetil and his team wanted to create a paradigm shift in the Omega-3 industry - with focus on eco-friendly and flexible production, R&D, sustainable raw materials and new healthy marine ingredients. In 2007 Pharma Marine was established.
With a tradition of innovation, Pharma Marine's first omega-3 products were made from the trimmings generated during squid processing for food production. However, Leif Kjetil had long envisioned a better way to utilize marine resources. His ambition was to make use of all trimmings from Norwegian fisheries, not only the cod liver, to produce high-quality omega-3 oils.
Leif Kjetil was and still is very passionate about caring for resources and believes that we should utilize everything we harvest from nature – values he has inherited from his father.
Driven by this vision, Pharma Marine partnered with Norwegian fishing vessels to develop a sustainable way of utilizing fish trimmings that would otherwise go unused. The result was CodMarine®, a unique omega-3 oil launched in 2014.
“We are proud to be a company which is rich in history and unique marine lipids. We will continue to contribute to knowledge and inspiration for present and future generations by improving people’s health by developing innovative and convenient products from sustainable sources.”
- Leif Kjetil Gjendemsjø
Now, the next generation in the Gjendemsjø family has joined the Pharma Marine™ team. All three children of Leif Kjetil are working alongside him, just as he once worked alongside his father. Together, they continue the family legacy, combining generations of knowledge with the technologies and expertise of today, to provide premium quality products that are great for our planet, our health and future generations.
Over millions of years, nature has created a rich spectrum of healthy fatty acids. Marine oils are naturally more than just EPA and DHA. They contain a diverse range of fatty acids that exist together in a balanced composition.
While EPA and DHA are the most researched omega-3 fatty acids and play an important role in health, we believe there is value in preserving the broader spectrum of naturally occurring fatty acids found in marine oils.
That is why CodMarine® embraces a Full Spectrum approach, combining the proven benefits of EPA and DHA with the richness of nature's original fatty acid profile.
CodMarine® is available exclusively through Eqology. Through this unique partnership, Eqology partners and customers gain access to premium Norwegian omega-3 products combining Norwegian heritage, sustainability, traceability, advanced processing technology and exceptional quality.
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