Vitapro is moving towards a more efficient, sustainable, and environmentally friendly aquaculture model. In the countries where it operates, the company has taken concrete steps that show how sustainability has evolved from a simple goal to the core of its corporate strategy.

In 2024, Ecuador stood out for recovering and repurposing 2,783 tons of waste, including plastics, cardboard, wood, paper, scrap metal, and organic waste. This was made possible through collaboration with local environmental managers, community organizations, and educational institutions. Examples of their efforts include reusing school supplies, transforming used oils into cleaning products, and donating pallets for community use.

At the same time, Chile achieved 100% recycling of raw material packaging, totaling 222 tons. In Peru, the Trujillo plant is piloting a container reuse program and has successfully repurposed all of its organic waste. Meanwhile, Honduras is making progress in solidifying collection systems with strategic partners.

As part of its commitment to integrate the circular economy into every stage of the production process, Vitapro has set the following goals for 2025:

• Ecuador: Achieve 50% bag recycling (equivalent to 54.8 tons).
• Peru: Achieve 50% recycling (equivalent to 33.6 tons).
• Honduras: Achieve 50% recycling (equivalent to 2.45 tons).
• Chile: Maintain 100% recycling of packaging.

This roadmap to 2030 also includes measures such as reducing the weight of some Nicovita packaging, using recycled materials, designing biodegradable containers, and implementing collection systems with key clients.

"At Vitapro, we understand that sustainability in aquaculture depends on responsible resource and waste management. Beyond just recycling, we work on re-purposing, reincorporating materials into our value chain and reducing their impact," said Maria Alejandra Rivera, Vitapro's Corporate Affairs Manager, in a press release.

"Rather than just implementing one-off solutions, Vitapro has created a replicable model that integrates economic, social, and environmental development. The focus is on creating shared value with strategic partners—environmental managers, recyclers, clients, and communities—who will join the transformation towards a more conscious aquaculture," the company said. "Resource efficiency, material circularity, and packaging innovation not only optimize internal processes but also create direct benefits in the communities where we operate. In each country, these numbers translate into opportunities: environmental education, strengthening local economies, and reducing pressure on final disposal systems."