John West Salmon in Springwater

John West is a legendary brand in the canned seafood industry, with roots tracing back to the 19th century. The company was founded by John West, an innovator who established canning operations in the United States and Scotland, though the brand eventually became iconic in the United Kingdom and Australia. Today, John West is a leading provider of sustainable seafood, marked by its prominent Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification visible on packaging, which ensures the fish is caught using environmentally responsible methods.

The brand has undergone several changes in ownership over the decades. Since 2010, it has been owned by Thai Union Group, a global leader in the seafood industry based in Thailand. Despite the Thai ownership, John West maintains strong local operations in Australia and the United Kingdom through its regional offices. Because salmon is sourced from specific cold-water regions globally, the product is packaged in multiple countries depending on where the catch is processed, typically including Thailand or locations in Europe and North America.