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Seafish is the public body supporting the £10bn UK seafood industry. Our vision is for an industry that is truly thriving.
We sit at the heart of the seafood industry, bringing all sectors together to support them with the issues that matter most. We offer a central pool of expertise that can support our stakeholders and drive improvement across all areas of the industry.
Our area of work spans everything from catch to plate and our 80-plus professional staff work alongside their industry colleagues on big challenges and opportunities such as increasing consumption of seafood to improving responsible sourcing.
We are funded through a statutory levy made on the first sale of sea fish, shellfish, sea fish products and from landings destined for subsequent sale outside the UK. Source
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Search ArticlesUK Pavilion at the China Fisheries and Seafood Expo
Without Seafish I would never have sold anything to China. And by being there every year it shows customers that I am a professional company and reputable. This is a show I have to be at now, and without Seafish I would not be able to do it myself. Focal point for companies exhibiting under the UK banner really helps future sales. Having a regular space at each exhibition really contributes to familiarity for potential clients to locate you year on year.
Seafish announces next run of Man Overboard Awareness events
We, along with the Home and Dry Fishing Safety Forum, have organised a series of Man Overboard Awareness events that will be delivered for people working on fishing vessels towards the end of this year and into 2027 around the UK. The sessions give participants the opportunity to experience a simulated man overboard emergency in controlled conditions and learn practical techniques that could help save a life.
Could China be your next export market in a post-Brexit United Kingdom?
The 29th edition of the China Fisheries & Seafood Expo (CFSE) takes place at the Hongdao International Conference and Exhibition Centre in Qingdao, China, on the 28th to the 30th of October 2026. We’re working with our government sponsors, Defra, to deliver another United Kingdom seafood pavilion, comprising of a live chef demonstration kitchen and sampling area, and dedicated company exhibition podium desks with tables and chairs – perfect for meeting customers and attracting attendees.
Join the UK pavilion at China Fisheries and Seafood Expo
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and us are again preparing to showcase the best of UK seafood to international buyers at the CFSE, which this year takes place from October 28-30 at the Hongdao International Convention and Exhibition Centre in Qingdao. CFSE is the largest seafood trade show in Asia and one of the biggest in the world.
Seafish celebrates commitment to real Living Wage
This follows a commitment to see everyone working at the company receive a minimum hourly wage of £13.45 in the UK or £14.80 in London. Both these rates are significantly higher than the government minimum for over 21s, which is £12.71 per hour. We have offices in Edinburgh and Grimbsy, but work right across the UK, and are focused on supporting three outcomes for the UK seafood sectors: A safe and skilled workforce. Smoother and expanding seafood trade. A resilient supply chain.
#Sardinemaxxing: consumers encouraged to look beyond the hashtag
Gus Caslake is Seafish’s Industry Engagement Manager for South West England and Chair of the Cornish Sardine Management Association. Speaking in the run-up to this weekend’s Cornish Sardine Festival in Newlyn (29 and 30 August), Gus explained: “While the current popularity of sardines has prompted questions about the sustainability of sardine stocks, it’s important to know that the issues facing sardine fisheries are not identical around the world.
Penguins go local as Cornish sardines added to the menu
Sardines had been the dish of choice for the park's penguins until the local supplier of many years retired and a change was made to importing frozen sprats from the Netherlands. But when local fisherman Tom Lambourn visited and overheard a keeper say the penguins loved sardines, he saw an opportunity to put a local solution in place.
£1.4 million secured to expand seafood industry training
We have been awarded £419,950 through Marine Fund Scotland (MFS) to deliver training in Scotland until 31 March 2027 alongside £998,858 from the Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS) to provide training in England until 31 March 2028. There is also funding in place for Wales. Our Northern Ireland application is currently under review and final funding figure is not yet confirmed. We are however accepting funding applications from fishers.
UK seafood exporters invited to join Tokyo trade pavilion
There is still time for seafood businesses to be part of the UK pavilion. Seafish, in partnership with the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and Seafood Scotland, will again host the UK pavilion, providing UK seafood exporters with a platform to showcase their companies and products to prospective buyers.
UK Pavilion at the Japan International Seafood & Technology Expo 2026
In partnership withthe Department forEnvironment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and Seafood Scotland, we arehosting a UK pavilionat the eventin Tokyo. The UKpavilion will create a strong presence at the expoforafourthconsecutive year,showcasing seafood from acrossthe UK. Did you know? The majority ofvisitorsto the annual expo comefrom Japan, Taiwan, and South Korea,as well asa variety ofother countries, makingthis expoa keyplatformfor those interested in Asian markets.