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High Liner Foods Reaches Agreement to Acquire Icelandic Group's U.S. and Asian Operations
The much anticipated wait is over. High Liner Foods, Inc of Nova Scotia, Canada (operating in the United States as Fishery Products International in foodservice) has reached an agreement in principal to purchase Icelandic® USA, Inc. and its associated Asian operations.
Icelandic® Wins Gordon Food Service 2011 VIP Partner Award
Newport News, Va (October 7, 2011) — Icelandic® is pleased to announce the recent honor of receiving the Gordon Food Service 2011 VIP Partner Award. In business since 1897, Gordon Food Service is committed to delivering uncompromising quality, outstanding value and exceptional customer service to foodservice operators throughout the Midwest and along the East Coast of the United States and coast to coast in Canada.
Icelandic® USA Selects Data Pool Provider
Newport News, Va. (October 5, 2011) – Icelandic® USA, Inc. has selected 1SYNC™, the largest and most experienced GS1 certified data pool, as the company's provider to comply with GS1 Standards for the foodservice industry.
Icelandic® Celebrates National Seafood Month:
New Branded Logo, Promotional Items and Down By the Sea Distributor Promotion
Newport News, Va. (October 4, 2011) – Don’t miss out on one of the best occasions to celebrate in October—Icelandic® USA, Inc., the recognized leader for over 60 years in the seafood industry, kicks National Seafood Month into high gear for restaurant guests, operators and distributors.
Atlantic Cod Upgraded to “Good Alternative” by Monterey Bay Aquarium
Newport News—June 7, 2011—The Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch has just upgraded trawl caught Atlantic Cod from Iceland to a “Good Alternative” for consumers. The Seafood Watch, started by the Aquarium in 2000, empowers seafood consumers and businesses with information and data allowing them to make purchasing choices that will support healthy and sustainable oceans.
Huge Turnout and a Fun Evening at the 2nd Annual Icelandic® Seafood Fest 8K Run
NEWPORT NEWS, VA—June 6, 2011—On Saturday, June 4, 2011, Icelandic® USA hosted its 2nd annual Icelandic Seafood Fest 8K Run at their company campus in Oakland Industrial Park, Newport News, VA. This family friendly, Colonial Road Runners Grand Prix event, featured a One Mile Fun Run, an 8K Race, plus a delicious and healthy seafood dinner sponsored by Bonefish Grill™, Michelob Ultra and Redhook Shock Top beer provided by M. Price Distributing Co. and Bass Ale provided by Tri-Cities Beverage.
The Race Is On For Fun and Charitable Funds:
Icelandic® Seafood Fest 8K Run
NEWPORT NEWS, VA—June 2, 2011—On your mark, get set, go! Icelandic® USA’s 2nd annual Icelandic Seafood Fest 8K Run will take place on Saturday, June 4, 2011 at Oakland Industrial Park in Newport News, VA. This family friendly, Colonial Road Runners Grand Prix event, features a One Mile Fun Run, an 8K Race, plus a delicious and healthy seafood dinner sponsored by Bonefish Grill™, Michelob Ultra and Redhook beer provided by M. Price Distributing Co. and Bass Ale provided by Tri-Cities Beverage.
It’s time to Feast at the Virginia Aquarium’s Sensible Seafood Fest,
Featuring Culinary Creations From Icelandic’s® Chef Hilmar Jónsson
May 25, 2011—Newport News, VA—The Virginia Aquarium is hosting the Sensible Seafood Fest on Thursday, May 26th from 6 to 9 PM. Over 20 sumptuous seafood samplings from restaurant partners will be featured as well as a cooking demonstration and discussion on sustainability from Icelandic® USA’s own Chef Hilmar B. Jónsson, C.M.C.. This event isn’t to be missed if you are a seafood lover.
Icelandic® USA, Statement on Japanese Nuclear Disaster
Newport News, Va. (April 7, 2011) – There is growing concern about seawater contamination and the safety of seafood as a result of the release of radioactive material into the environment stemming from Japan's Fukushima nuclear reactor. The impact of this ongoing event on seafood from Pacific waters is being followed closely by the United States and many other countries around the world.
Icelandic® USA, Inc. Product Named Seafood Excellence Finalist
NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia. (March 8, 2011) – Icelandic® USA, Inc., is proud to be named a finalist in the Seafood Excellence Awards new product competition at the International Boston Seafood Show. Icelandic® USA’s Haddock with Creamy Artichoke and Caper Sauce was selected as a new product finalist, along with ten other products from top seafood companies worldwide. Two winners will be selected on March 20 at the International Boston Seafood Show, one for the foodservice category and another for the retail channel. The largest seafood event in North America, the Boston Seafood Show features more than 800 exhibits, top quality products and the industry’s best networking.
Icelandic® USA Partners with Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia. (February 18, 2011) – Icelandic® USA, Inc, is pleased to announce their partnership with the Virginia Aquarium & Science Center on the Sensible Seafood program. A newly established initiative, the mission of the Sensible Seafood program is to promote seafood choices that are good for you and make sense for a healthy marine environment. Designed to help consumers make sustainable seafood decisions in stores and at restaurants, the Sensible Seafood program was developed in conjunction with the Monterey Bay Aquarium and an Advisory Panel of regional seafood experts, including representation from Icelandic® USA.
New USDA Dietary Guidelines Emphasize Importance of Seafood-Rich Diet
NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia. (February 15, 2011) – The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), recently released the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the federal government's evidence-based nutritional guidance to promote health, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, and diminish the prevalence of obesity. The new guidelines strongly urge Americans, including pregnant and breastfeeding women, to eat seafood at least twice each week for heart and brain benefits.
Go BIG with Icelandic’s Fisherman’s Platter
Newport News, Va. (February 2, 2011) – Icelandic® USA, Inc. has announced Big Bob’s Belly Buster Fisherman’s Platter, designed to offer a bounty of their most popular seafood items. The Fisherman’s Platter includes white and mild Flounder, sweet Shrimp, and succulent Scallops—all prepared in the same cook time. It’s an ideal option for restaurant operators looking to attract a big crowd.
A Tasty Addition to the Popular Icelandic® Line of Yuengling® Lager Battered Products: The Extra Large 11 oz Haddock
Newport News, Va. (January 21, 2011) – Icelandic® USA is very pleased to introduce the new 11 oz Haddock Yuengling® Lager battered product to the Icelandic® Brand line of Yuengling® Lager, battered seafood products. Icelandic® and D.G. Yuengling & Son, America’s Oldest Brewery since 1829, began their partnership to create delicious, satisfying, classic battered seafood in 2007.
Icelandic Cod Fishery Receives Historic Certification
NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia. (December 16, 2010) – Today the Iceland Responsible Fisheries Management Certification Program recognized the Icelandic cod fishery in Reykjavik, Iceland with a historic certification. The recognition acknowledges the Icelandic cod fishery for their efforts to proactively strengthen the industry with exceptional standards, strong management and responsible sustainability practices. Icelandic® USA, a leading global processor and trader in fresh and frozen fish and seafood, and proud partner of the Icelandic cod fishery, is exceedingly pleased with the news and the impact it will have on commerce moving forward.
Yuengling® Lager Panko Breaded Scallops Named A Best New Product of 2010
NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia. (December 7, 2010) – The December issue of Seafood International magazine named Icelandic® USA’s, Yuengling® Lager Panko Breaded Scallops one of the best new products of 2010. The annual selection features the latest innovations in product development in the seafood industry and this year, featured more than 75 products.
Icelandic® Launches Elegant Entrées® Premium Fish Fillets
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (November 12, 2010) -- Icelandic® USA, Inc., one of the country’s foremost seafood companies, is pleased to announce the launch of their newest product line, Elegant Entrées®. The all-natural, white and flaky fish fillets are available nationwide and feature the new Crumble Crust™ varieties of Potato Crumble Crust™ Cod with Chives & Cheddar, Coconut Crumble Crust™ Tilapia with Mango & Papaya, Tortilla Crumble Crust™ Tilapia with Chipotle & Lime as well as hand-rolled Flounder Stuffed with Scallops and Crab.
Icelandic Group Begins MSC Full Assessment for all Cod and Haddock Fisheries in Iceland
Reykjavík, Iceland (October 26, 2010) – Icelandic Group - one of the five largest seafood companies in Europe and within the top 10 worldwide - has begun a process of sustainability certification of all cod and haddock fisheries in Iceland to the standard of the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) - an internationally renowned benchmark for well managed fisheries. Successful assessment will create open access to world markets that will deliver fair opportunities and choice for all Iceland’s Fishermen.
Registration Opens for 2nd Annual Icelandic Seafood Fest 8K Run
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (October 18, 2010) Icelandic® USA, Inc is excited to announce event details for the 2nd Annual Icelandic Seafood Fest 8K Run, a Colonial Road Runners Grand Prix Event. The evening of activities will be hosted on Saturday, June 4, 2011 at Oakland Industrial Park in Newport News, Va. The event features a 1 Mile Fun Run, an 8K Race, plus a delicious seafood dinner sponsored by Bonefish Grill, Michelob Ultra and Redhook beer. Registration for the race opens today.
Icelandic® USA Introduces New Addition to Sea Dog Family of Products
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (September 23, 2010) Icelandic® USA, is pleased to announce an addition to the wildly popular Sea Dog family of products. The newest Sea Dog is a 4 oz. Battered Pollock Portion that features the essence of the New England coast and the delicious flavors of Icelandic’s “gold standard” signature beer batter coating, made with Sea Dog India Pale Ale®, brewed at the legendary Shipyard Brewing Company® in Portland, ME.
Icelandic® USA, Inc Announces Yuengling® Lager Panko Breaded Scallops
Newport News, Va. (September 15, 2010) – Icelandic® USA, Inc., America’s premier seafood company is proud to rejoin forces with D.G. Yuengling & Son, America’s oldest brewery since 1829, to announce the launch of Yuengling® Lager Panko Breaded Scallops. The newest addition to the Yuengling® Lager line of Icelandic® products, these Scallops are breaded, not battered and offer a unique combination of Yuengling® Lager and Panko Breadcrumbs.
Icelandic® USA, Inc Launches Corporate Social Responsibility Policy
Newport News, Va. (September 10, 2010) – Icelandic® Group is proud to announce the release of a new Corporate Social Responsibility Policy. The new guidelines that were released earlier year were created to inform their stakeholders and the general public that Icelandic’s vision and policies concerning social and environmental issues have been fully integrated into their business operations.
ICELANDIC® USA CHEF AWARDED TOP HONORS
Newport News, Va. (August 24, 2010) – Icelandic® USA, Inc. is proud to announce that Corporate Chef Hilmar Jonsson, CMC has been inducted into the American Academy of Chefs (AAC), one of the highest honors that can be granted to a culinary professional.
Icelandic® Announces Expansion Plans for Headquarters in Newport News, Virginia
NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia. (July 29, 2010) -- Icelandic® USA, Inc., one of the country’s premier seafood companies, is proud to announce the approval of plans to expand their Newport News, Virginia headquarters. The 88,000 square foot, sub-zero facility will store raw materials and finished goods, as well as inventory that is ready to be shipped to customers. Expansion plans were approved before a Newport News city hearing just weeks ago, adding momentum to the project which has been in the planning stages for approximately one year. Icelandic® is currently in the permitting phase and intends to occupy the new facility by May 1, 2011.
ICELANDIC® USA TO HOST FIRST ANNUAL 8K RUN AND WALK
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, APRIL 26, 2010 – Icelandic® USA, one of North America’s leading seafood companies headquartered in Newport News, Virginia is set to host its very first annual “Icelandic® Seafood Fest 8K Run” on June 19, 2010 at 7 pm EST.
ICELANDIC® GROUP PREMIERES NEW BOOTH AT INTERNATIONAL BOSTON SEAFOOD SHOW
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, MARCH 29, 2010 – Icelandic® USA, one of North America’s leading seafood companies and a member of the Icelandic® Group, unveiled a new booth at the International Boston Seafood Show, on March 14-16. The International Boston Seafood Show is the largest seafood trade event in North America. Icelandic’s two-story booth (#805) was adjacent to the main hall entrance and encompassed 1,200 square feet on the first floor, and 300 square feet of meeting space on the second floor.
ICELANDIC® ADDS POP! TO SEAFOOD MENUS EVERYWHERE.
Introducing Yuengling® Lager Beer Battered Popcorn Fish. Yuengling® Lager Beer Battered Popcorn Fish are .60 oz. crispy fish bites made with white, flaky
North Atlantic Haddock dipped in Icelandic® “gold standard” Brewer’s Choice® coating
made with Yuengling® Lager. With their small size, they’re ideal as a snack, in seafood baskets, or topping dinner entrée salads. They’re also great as an appetizer, giving diners an appealing alternative to shrimp and calamari. Icelandic® also carries a non-alcoholic version of popcorn fish.
ICELANDIC® INTRODUCES STRIPED PANGASIUS, ALREADY POPULAR WORLDWIDE, NOW REACHING AMERICA'S SHORES
Icelandic® now offers Striped Pangasius in all natural, untreated Pangasius Fillets that are dipped in its “gold standard,” “best-selling” coatings -- Redhook® ESB Beer Batter and Dixie Crunch breading. Both are available in a 1-2 oz. and 2-3 oz. natural cut fillet portion. Also available is a 4 oz. sandwich portion with Icelandic’s signature Gourmet Panko breading.
ICELANDIC® YUENGLING LAGER BATTERED HADDOCK IS PUNXSATAWNEY, PENNSYLVANIA'S FAVORITE FISH AT GROUNDHOG DAY CELEBRATION
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, February 4, 2009 – Icelandic® USA, Inc. launched its new seafood line of Yuengling® Lager battered haddock portions in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania at the 2009 Ground Hog Day celebration.
Punxsutawney Phil to See Icelandic® Haddock on Groundhog Day
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, January 27, 2009 – Icelandic® USA, Inc. is kicking off its new seafood line of Yuengling® Lager battered haddock portions in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania at the 2009 Groundhog Day celebration.
Introducing New Foster's Lager "Boomerangs" Battered Haddock Products
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, DECEMBER 11, 2008 – Icelandic® USA, Inc. introduces a natural “boomerang” shaped haddock fillet battered with the largest selling Australian beer brand in the world, Foster’s Lager.
Introducing New Yuengling® Lager Battered Haddock Products
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, DECEMBER 9, 2008 – Icelandic® USA, Inc. introduces a new line of beer battered seafood products with new Yuengling® Lager battered haddock portions. “Haddock is an extremely popular specie in certain parts of the country, especially Pennsylvania,” stated Thomas Sherman, Vice President of Marketing for Icelandic®, “So it was a natural fit to add the popular Pottsville, Pennsylvania brewed Yuengling® lager to coat our portions from Iceland.”
Icelandic® USA, Inc. Introduces New Seafood Slider™ - Mini Breaded Sandwich Portion
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, MAY 6, 2008 – Move over Mini Burgers, there is finally a delicious new seafood offering to capitalize on the mini sandwich craze. Leave it to Icelandic® USA, Inc. to introduce a new seafood sandwich idea that is small in size but big on taste, the new Seafood Slider™.
Icelandic® USA, Inc. Request for Correction Regarding True Cost of Shrimp Report
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, April 24, 2008 – Icelandic® USA, Inc. would like to correct the Solidarity Center’s Degradation of Work series where it names Ocean to Ocean Seafood LLC as a subsidiary of Icelandic® USA, Inc. Icelandic® sold off the assets of Ocean to Ocean in 2007 to Tampa, Florida based Singleton Fisheries Inc., operating as Meridian Products.
Strategic Sale of Two Assets Readies Icelandic® USA, Inc. for Further Growth
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, January 3, 2008 - Icelandic® USA, Inc. announced today that it has completed the sale of its Virginia Beach based asset Ocean to Ocean Seafood, LLC (U.S. division only) subsidiary to Tampa, Florida based Singleton Fisheries Inc., operating as Meridian Products.
The second strategic sale of Icelandic® USA, Inc. assets was recently completed, as today the company announced the sale of its second production facility located in Cambridge, Maryland to a non-seafood, non-competing food manufacturing company.
ARTICLE -- IntraFish August 2007 -- Icelandic's China Gamble
ARTICLE -- IntraFish August 2007 -- Icelandic's China Gamble -- Will investing in vertical integration pay off? -- BY DREW CHERRY, INTRAFISH
ICELANDIC® USA, INC. STATEMENT ON CATFISH FROM CHINA
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, JULY 9, 2007 - Icelandic® USA, Inc. is a global leader in the seafood industry. Our customers rely on our products to be safe, wholesome and of the highest quality. As a leader in the industry, Icelandic® sources its raw materials on a global basis to maintain consistent supply. We have set in place rigorous quality specifications with all of our suppliers to maintain compliance at all times with FDA regulations.
Icelandic® USA, Inc. Statement on FDA Detention of Five, Farm Raised, Chinese Seafood Products
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, JULY 2, 2007 - Icelandic® USA, Inc., as a leader in the seafood industry and an importer of both farmed and wild-caught seafood products from global sources, including China, would like to define its long standing position on the integrity of its products. Icelandic® is a member of The National Fisheries Institute (NFI) which works with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and international governments to supply Americans with safe sources of seafood.
ICELANDIC® USA, INC. INTRODUCES NEW SEA DOG FISH SANDWICH FILLET ~ “FOOT LONG FISH FRY” BATTERED WITH SEA DOG ALE
Icelandic® USA, Inc. introduces the most unique seafood sandwich fillet to ever hit a bun: the revolutionary new beer battered Sea Dog. The catchy Sea Dog name was created for the long and slender product, which was designed to perfectly fit on a hot dog bun.
ICELANDIC® USA, INC. ANNOUNCES BECOMING AQUACULTURE CERTIFICATION COUNCIL REGISTERED BUYER
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, June 5, 2007 – Icelandic® USA, Inc. has become a registered buyer with the leading aquaculture certification organization, the Aquaculture Certification Council (ACC).
ICELANDIC® USA, INC. ANNOUNCES MARINE STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL (MSC) CERTIFICATION
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, MAY 24, 2007 – Icelandic® USA, Inc. has received Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) chain of custody certification to begin selling a variety of seafood certified to the MSC's environmental standard for well-managed and sustainable fisheries. The species that the company will develop initially include MSC certified Alaska Pollock, Alaska Salmon, New Zealand Hoki, Pacific Cod and Pacific Halibut.
ICELANDIC® USA, INC. CELEBRATES 60TH ANNIVERSARY
Leading seafood company delivers world-class innovation since 1947
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, February 12, 2007 – Icelandic® USA, Inc., one of the country’s leading seafood companies, will celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2007. Since its inception in 1947, Icelandic® has pioneered the production and distribution of premium quality frozen fish products. It introduced the now legendary Icelandic® brand in 1954 which has set the standard for the freshest tasting fish to restaurants and retailers. Today, it offers the broadest variety of innovative seafood products in the industry.
Icelandic® USA, Inc. Announces Scheduled Closing of Cambridge, MD Production Facility
Newport News, VA - USA – Icelandic® USA, Inc. announced on December 12, 2006 plans to close the company’s Cambridge, Maryland production facility by year end 2007.
Icelandic® USA, Inc. Increases New Distribution Center Capacity For Second Time in a Year-Frozen Storage Capacity in New Facility Increased by 70%
Effective October 1, to support our industry leading selection of premium seafood products, the new warehouse facility that was recently opened in 2006 in Newport News has been increased yet again by 70%.
Icelandic® USA, Inc. Introduces Sergeant Peppers™ Hot & Spicy Fish and Shrimp
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, July 15, 2006 – In answer to America’s increasingly diverse palate, Icelandic® USA, Inc. recently introduced its new Sergeant Peppers™ Hot & Spicy Seafood line of products.
New chef-inspired seafood products created by Certified Master Chef Hilmar Jónsson.
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, JULY 1, 2006 – Icelandic® USA, Inc. Introduces Currents™, a new wave in seafood™, chef-inspired seafood products created by Certified Master Chef Hilmar Jónsson.
Icelandic® USA, Inc. Introduces Exciting New Shrimp Product - Gourmet Macadamia Nut and Coconut Shrimp™
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, APRIL 10, 2006 – Icelandic® USA, Inc. introduces its newest value-added shrimp product, Gourmet Macadamia Nut and Coconut Shrimp™.
Icelandic USA Inc., Recognized as Outstanding Supplier
April 11, 2006 (Richmond, VA) –Icelandic USA Inc., was recently recognized as an Outstanding Supplier of the Year for the Center of the Plate Category at Progressive Group Alliance’s Spring Business Summit held in Vancouver, Canada.
Icelandic® USA, Inc. to open new Distribution Mixing Center Expanding frozen storage capacity by 100%
To support its industry leading selection of premium seafood products, a new warehouse facility or Mixing Center has recently been built by Icelandic® USA, Inc. The Mixing Center is a total of 81,000 square feet and can accommodate 13,500 new pallet positions. Icelandic® currently has two processing plants, one in Newport News, VA and the other located in Cambridge, MD, both of which have a capacity of 3,500 pallet positions. The new Mixing Center will provide a centralized distribution center that will increase Icelandic’s storage capacity by almost 100%.
Rick Barnhardt joins executive team at Icelandic® USA, Inc.
NEWPORT NEWS, VA, APRIL 6, 2006 – Aevar Agnarsson, President and CEO of Icelandic® USA, Inc. has announced that Rick Barnhardt has joined the company’s Executive Committee in a new role, Vice President of Supply Chain.
Icelandic® USA, Inc. Introduces Industry's Largest Skewered Shrimp
Newport News, VA, USA - March 31, 2006 -- With new addition to Big Bob’s Belly Buster product line, Icelandic® now has industry’s biggest skewered and battered shrimp
Icelandic® USA, Inc. and Samband of Iceland Corporation have merged under the name Icelandic® USA, Inc.
Icelandic® USA, Inc. is a U.S. corporation and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Icelandic Group, hf. in Reykjavik, Iceland. The company is the largest importer of frozen groundfish for the foodservice industry in the U.S., best known for Icelandic® and Samband® Brand products, which are served in restaurants throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Joint Release: Icelandic® USA, Inc. and Samband of Iceland Merger Update
May 11, 2005
Merger of Icelandic Group Plc. and Sjovik/Blue Ice Group
March 7, 2005
Norwalk, CT, USA -The board of directors of Icelandic Group Plc., parent of Icelandic® USA, Inc., and the board of directors of Sjovik/Blue Ice Group, owner of Samband of Iceland, announced today that they signed a merger contract on Saturday March 5, 2005.
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