Pescapuerta is participating in the Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America (Boston) with its subsidiary, Vanaper Trade, a firm specializing in the farming and marketing of vannamei shrimp. The whiteleg shrimp, or vannamei shrimp in Spain, is a species of shrimp in the Penaeidae family, order Decapoda. It is native to the eastern Pacific Ocean, from the state of Sonora, Mexico, to northwestern Peru.
A total of 13 Galician companies are promoting their products. The Xunta (Government of Galicia) is using the event to promote Galician fish and seafood and encourage companies to establish new commercial alliances with companies from other parts of the world.
It is the largest showcase of its kind in North America, attracting more than 20,000 industry-related organizations from over 50 countries.
The Ministry of the Sea brings the excellence of Galician coastal products to the largest fish and seafood fair in North America.
Chilean companies will shine at the largest seafood fair in the US, showcasing their salmon, mussels, sea urchins, and more.
With more than 4,000 kilometers of coastline, Chile is one of the largest producers of seafood products, which reach more than 100 markets around the world. It is the largest exporter of fresh and frozen salmon fillets, canned mussels, and sea urchins. It is also the second-largest supplier of frozen toothfish chunks and frozen whole, headless, and gutted mackerel.
To reinforce its global leadership position, the South American country will showcase its high-quality offerings at Seafood Expo North America 2025, which will take place at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.
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Japanese food packaging and cold storage company Shingi Corporation is utilizing the power of magnets to ensure seafood products crafted by processors, and served by hotels, restaurants, and retailers around the globe, stay as fresh as possible for as long as possible.
Shingi Executive Manager Nori Tanaka told SeafoodSource at the 2025 Seafood Expo North America that the idea for the firm’s innovative proton freezers came about around 10 years ago because traditional methods of freezing food, whether through conventional rapid freezers, blast freezers, or other methods, can result in changes to flavor, texture, and even aroma upon reheating.
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UK secures over 2,000 tonnes of fishing opportunities through annual negotiations with the Faroe Islands, valued at £5 million
The agreement provides UK fishermen with 880 tonnes of cod and haddock, 575 tonnes of saithe, as well as redfish, blue ling and ling, flatfish and other species in Faroese waters
The deal follows the conclusion of negotiations with the EU and Norway in December
The UK fishing industry will receive over 2,000 tonnes of fishing opportunities in Faroese waters, following annual negotiations with the Faroe Islands for 2025, the UK government has announced yesterday (17 March).
In February 2025, the total volume of frozen pollock imported into Korea was 13,036 tons, a 16% decrease compared to the 15,599 tons imported in the same period of 2024.
The cumulative import volume for the year reached 24,373 tons, a 4% decline from the 25,500 tons recorded in the previous year (25,500 tons). This represents 16% of total seafood imports, which amounted to 152,793 tons.
Russia supplied the majority (99%) of frozen pollock imports, with 24,257 tons, while the United States provided 116 tons. The import price was USD 1.04/kg for Russian pollock and USD 1.44/kg for American pollock.
The total import value of frozen pollock until February 2025 was USD 13.79 million, a 10% decrease compared to USD 15.33 million in the same period of 2024. However, the cumulative import value reached USD 25.48 million, a 1% increase compared to USD 25.24 million in the previous year (USD 25.24 million).
The average import price was USD 1.05/kg, a 6% increase from USD 0.99/kg in the same period of 2024.
Despite the decline in import volume, the average import price of frozen pollock has increased, and the total cumulative import value has risen slightly.
From May 12-14, the Marine Ingredients Organization (IFFO) will gather its members in Madrid. Scientists and industry experts will explore the latest developments in feed ingredients and formulations, as well as the growing strategic role of marine ingredients. The meeting will also provide updates on the agricultural ingredient, fish oil, and fishmeal markets, as well as the latest developments in insect production for feed and food, and the omega-3 ingredient market, with national and regional information.
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Three employers' associations rely on Food Safety to counter "alarmist news"
In recent years, various reports have promoted a misperception about the presence of mercury in canned tuna, omitting fundamental aspects such as the protective role of selenium, a key element that counteracts the potential effects of mercury and provides essential health benefits. To help consumers make informed decisions based on all factors, fishermen and canners are launching the #AtúnSinMitos campaign, whose objective is to "provide objective information based on scientific evidence on the safety and nutritional benefits" of canned tuna.
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Digital tool will give decision makers the information required to balance environmental protection with food production in Mekong Delta
A £3.5 million initiative to use the knowledge and skills of scientists at Scotland's Stirling University’s to help develop a digital tool for promoting sustainable fish farming in Vietnam's Mekong Delta has been announced.
The AquaSoS project aims to tackle disease outbreaks in farmed pangasius (catfish) and overcome anti-microbial resistance (AMR).
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AquaChile opens first US office in Miami to strengthen North American presence
AquaChile has opened its first office in the US, establishing a Miami-based facility to support its operations in North America. The company, one of Chile’s largest salmon producers, said the new location will improve logistics, expand commercial operations, and enhance customer service in the region.
The site includes sales and administrative offices, loading areas, cold storage for fresh products, and a processing space, allowing AquaChile to handle distribution more efficiently. The company has been expanding its footprint in the US, one of its key export markets, where demand for fresh farmed salmon remains strong.
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Stolt Sea Farm, the Spanish based land turbot and sole farmer, enjoyed an excellent performance last year, with higher turnover, an increase in production and profits up nearly 20%.
The company is the aquaculture arm of the Norwegian shipping and logistics group Stolt Nielsen and specialises in two of the most popular high end white fish species. It has won a succession of awards in recent years.
Stolt Sea Farm reported operating revenues of €116m (£97m), an increase of 14% on the previous 12 months.
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Russian Fishermen Surpass 1.1 Million Tons Since Start of 2024 Russia Fed.
Russian fishermen have achieved a significant milestone, catching over 1.1 million tons of aquatic bioresources since the beginning of 2024.
According to data from the Federal Agency for Fisheri...