Press Release
Kontali Welcomes Industry Veteran Philip Scrase as Chief Analyst Officer
Kontali is pleased to announce the appointment of Philip Scrase as Chief Analyst Officer. In his new role, Philip will lead Kontali’s analyst team, focusing on the salmon, shrimp, and farmed fish sectors. He will deepen Kontali’s data-driven approach and build on the company’s analytics capabilities, providing clients with insights into the changing dynamics of the market. Philip brings decades of aquaculture expertise from his previous roles at Cermaq Global and Fondsfinans. Most recently, he led seafood sector coverage at Carnegie Investment Bank. He also has extensive experience in management consulting and project management from DNB.
Philip Scrase’s background in the aquaculture sector and client-facing roles aligns perfectly with Kontali’s growth strategy. His passion for data-driven insights in the seafood industry is clear, and we are confident he will bring invaluable expertise to both our company and clients,” said Kjetil Angell Kjerstad, CEO of Kontali.
“I am honoured to join Kontali as Chief Analyst Officer. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading consultancy and data provider in the global aquaculture industry. I look forward to working with the talented team to deliver innovative solutions and valuable insights that will drive growth and sustainability in the sector,” said Scrase.
Kontali continues to grow alongside the aquaculture sector, developing new products that deliver value to clients. As the pace of change in the industry accelerates in response to rising demand, informed decision-making has never been more important. Companies now, more than ever, need reliable data, analytics, and actionable insights.
About Kontali
Founded in Kristiansund, Norway, in 1987, Kontali has been the leading knowledge-based consultancy and data provider for the Norwegian fish farming industry. The company pioneered the collection of production data, created the first production and market simulation models, and developed the renowned salmon database. Today, Kontali is a global leader in systemizing data on aquaculture and fisheries, with a strong presence worldwide. Its mission is to deepen understanding of the relationships within the world of seafood and to share knowledge to create a more balanced ecosystem, both above and below the surface.