Who owns John West?
John West
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- Brand origin
- United Kingdom
- Main production
- Several countries, incl. Thailand
John West is a seafood brand that originated in the United Kingdom and sells products including canned tuna, salmon, mackerel and sardines. John West is ultimately owned by Thai Union Group PCL, a publicly listed seafood company headquartered in Thailand.
john-west.co.ukOwnership chain
- BrandJohn WestUnited Kingdom
- John West Foods Ltd
- MW Brands
- Ultimate ownerThai Union Group PCLThailand
About John West
What is John West?
John West is a seafood brand with a history dating to 1857. John West Foods Ltd is based in Liverpool, United Kingdom. The brand operates as part of Thai Union Europe and supplies seafood products in markets including the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands and parts of Northern Europe and the Middle East and North Africa.
Who owns John West?
John West is ultimately owned by Thai Union Group PCL, according to Made O'Meter's ownership data verified on 13 September 2026. The ownership chain is John West, John West Foods Ltd, MW Brands and Thai Union Group PCL. Thai Union Group PCL is a publicly listed company headquartered in Thailand. Thai Union acquired MW Brands in 2010.
Where does John West come from?
John West originated in the United Kingdom in 1857. The brand's history traces back to John West, who was born in Linlithgow, Scotland. John West later established a salmon salterie in Oregon, where salted wild salmon was packed into wooden barrels and shipped to Great Britain. John West joined Thai Union in 2010.
What products does John West make?
John West sells canned tuna, salmon, mackerel and sardines. The range also includes tuna in sauces, easy-peel mackerel and tuna in no-drain pots. John West Foods Ltd also supplies anchovies and salmon from approved co-packers.
Frequently asked questions about John West
Is John West a British brand?
- Yes, John West originated in the United Kingdom. The brand's history dates to 1857, although its ultimate owner is Thai Union Group PCL, which is headquartered in Thailand.
Who makes John West tuna?
- John West tuna is sold by John West Foods Ltd, which operates within the MW Brands and Thai Union Group structure. Thai Union Group PCL is the ultimate owner of the brand.
What seafood does John West sell?
- John West sells tuna, salmon, mackerel, sardines and anchovies. Products include canned seafood, tuna in sauces, easy-peel mackerel and tuna in no-drain pots.
Where is John West Foods based?
- John West Foods Ltd is based in Liverpool, United Kingdom. The company is part of Thai Union Europe.
Does John West own fishing vessels?
- John West and Thai Union do not own or operate fishing vessels, according to John West's Irish website. The seafood is sourced from fisheries around the world.
Sources: linkedin.com, en.wikipedia.org, john-west.ie: the story so far, john-west.co.uk, b.co.uk, seafood.media, john-west.ie: about us, johnwest.com.au
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