John West Wild Alaskan Pink Salmon

John West is a historic brand synonymous with canned seafood, originally established in the United Kingdom in 1857. The brand's namesake, John West, was a pioneer in the salmon canning industry, setting up operations on the Columbia River in the United States. Today, the brand is widely recognized across the UK, Australia, and Northern Europe for its commitment to sourcing wild-caught fish, such as this Wild Alaskan Pink Salmon.

The manufacturing and sourcing of John West products are global. While the salmon itself is primarily wild-caught in the pristine waters of Alaska, USA, the canning processes often occur in multiple countries depending on the target market. For the UK market, processing frequently takes place in Thailand or Europe, while for the Australian market, it is managed by local subsidiaries.

Historically, the brand was owned by Unilever and later HJ Heinz. However, the ownership is currently split globally. Thai Union Group, a leading global seafood producer based in Thailand, owns the brand in Europe and the UK. In Australia and New Zealand, the brand is owned and distributed by Simplot Australia, a subsidiary of the American J.R. Simplot Company.