Omega Protein Corporation (NYSE: OME)
Houston, TX 77042 (Map) Phone: 713-623-0060
Fax: 713-940-6122
Toll Free: 800-345-8805
http://www.omegaproteininc.com
Overview
Omega Protein is the alpha dog of the fish-meal industry. With four US processing plants, a fleet of 58 fishing vessels, and 32 spotter aircraft, the company is the largest US producer of fish meal and fish oil, both of which are derived from menhaden (an inedible fish caught in the Gulf of Mexico and along the East Coast). Animal-feed makers and livestock ranchers use Omega Protein's fish meal for protein additives in feed, while the fish oil is used in Europe in margarine and shortening and for industrial uses. Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids (reputed to provide health benefits), fish oil is also used as a human food supplement.
Sample Overview & HistoryKey Numbers from Hoover's UK
Key financials for Omega Protein Corporation (NYSE: OME)
| Company Type | Public (NYSE: OME) |
|---|---|
| Fiscal Year-End | December |
| 2008 Sales (mil.) | £122.5 |
| 1-Year Sales Growth | 12.9% |
| 2008 Net Income (mil.) | £8.7 |
| 1-Year Net Income Growth | 3.6% |
| 2008 Employees | 653 |
| 1-Year Employee Growth | 14.4% |
Key People from Hoover's UK
Key people and executives for Omega Protein Corporation (NYSE: OME)
| President, CEO, and Director | Joseph L. von Rosenberg III (Subscribers see complete biographies -- view sample)
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| VP Operations | Thomas R. Wittmann Connect to this executive |
| EVP and CFO | Robert W. Stockton Connect to this executive |
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