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Balfegó Launches €35M Advanced Tuna Processing Facility in Spain

The cutting-edge complex doubles production capacity, integrates sustainability measures, and sets the stage for new product lines and market diversification.

Captura de atunes rojos en las instalaciones que el grupo Balfegó tiene frente a la costa en L'Ametlla de Mar (Tarragona).
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Overview

  • Balfegó inaugurated a €35 million, 12,000 m² facility in L'Ametlla de Mar to replace its fire-damaged 2018 plant, featuring the world's most advanced tuna processing technology.
  • The expansion doubles the company's processing capacity and supports plans to introduce prepared tuna dishes, including Asian and traditional recipes, within two to three years.
  • The company reported €107.6 million in revenue for 2024, a 25% increase driven by EU regulatory changes allowing 4,500 tonnes of bluefin tuna to market.
  • With 38% of its production exported to the U.S., Balfegó is mitigating tariff risks by diversifying into markets like China, Brazil, the UAE, and Europe, while exploring retail opportunities.
  • The new facility includes sustainability certifications, an advanced laboratory for quality control, and a gastronomic center for developing innovative tuna-based recipes and techniques.