Friend of the Sea®, the leading international standard for the certification of sustainable marine products and services, is pleased to announce the renewal of certification for Weishardt International, a leading company in marine collagen production.
Weishardt International has been certified for its product Naticol®, a range of bioavailable and bioactive fish collagen peptides. This significant achievement, following the initial certification obtained in 2021, comes after a thorough audit that confirmed Weishardt’s compliance with Friend of the Sea®’s stringent sustainability requirements.
Weishardt International is committed to maintaining high sustainability standards, reducing environmental impact and contributing to the preservation of marine resources. The certification ensures that Naticol® is produced using by-products derived from sustainable fishing activities, adopting a circular economy approach that minimises waste. This commitment ensures that consumers can confidently choose Naticol®, knowing it is an ethical and environmentally friendly product.
Founded in 1839, Weishardt International boasts over 180 years of experience in producing high-quality gelatines and collagens for the food, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries. The Naticol® brand is synonymous with innovation in marine collagen, offering a range of bioactive peptides that meet the technical and quality requirements of the nutraceutical and health markets.
“We are delighted to renew the Friend of the Sea® certification for Weishardt International, recognising their ongoing commitment to sustainable fishing and production practices,” stated Paolo Bray, Founder and Director of Friend of the Sea®. “Weishardt was the first fish collagen manufacturer to achieve this certification, and this renewal demonstrates their continued dedication to protecting marine resources.”
Through the Friend of the Sea® certification, Weishardt International strengthens its position as an industry leader and meets the growing expectations of a public increasingly focused on sustainability and quality.
“We are proud to renew our Friend of the Sea® certification for our product Naticol®,” said Pascale Robert Jolimaître, General Manager Quality and R&D for Weishardt International. “This recognition reinforces our commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, which are core values for our company. We continue to strive to reduce the impact of our activities and produce ethically and sustainably.”
The Friend of the Sea® certification guarantees that seafood products come from sustainably managed stocks and that fishing and aquaculture operations comply with strict environmental standards. This certification renewal for Weishardt International underscores their ongoing commitment to responsible business practices and the preservation of the oceans.
