John West Kippers in Sunflower Oil

John West Kippers are a staple canned fish product known for their traditional smoking process and high Omega-3 content. The kippers (herring) are typically harvested from the North East Atlantic and processed into the signature canned format in sunflower oil. The brand focuses on sustainability, as evidenced by the MSC certification visible on the packaging.

Founded in 1857 by the pioneering John West, the company began with a salmon cannery in Oregon, USA. Over the following century, the brand became synonymous with quality canned fish in the United Kingdom and across Europe. Ownership of the brand has changed several times throughout its history, notably being held by Unilever and Heinz before its current era.

Since 2010, John West Foods has been owned by Thai Union Group, a global leader in the seafood industry. While the brand has British roots and is headquartered in Liverpool, UK, its manufacturing and sourcing are truly global, spanning multiple processing plants and fishing grounds worldwide to maintain a consistent supply of seafood products.