Tom Seaman

Russian vessels either lacking EU approval numbers or subject to sanctions are expected to catch approximately 607,000t of pollock in 2026

Brito-Cabrera family-controlled processor grew 2025 sales by 31%, with exports continuing to increase in 2026 despite softer average prices

The increase would push the joint catch limit to nearly 325,000t, exceeding scientists’ recommendation by more than 12,000t despite concerns over the stock’s recovery

US-based barramundi producer has also opened a new processing facility with 12,000t of annual capacity, as it targets growing demand for alternatives to wild-caught whitefish

The proposed redundancies, affecting 9% of the UK seafood processor’s workforce, come as Hilton seeks to improve margins at Seachill while reviewing the future of its seafood operations

Japanese seafood giant agrees all-cash takeover of Canadian frozen seafood processor at 79% premium, with backing from major shareholder

Iceland’s cod auction prices climbed to fresh all-time highs in four categories during week 43, while haddock prices also strengthened sharply despite mixed movements in volumes

Japanese seafood giant lifts holding in New Zealand seafood group to around 15.5%, just a day after announcing its CAD 1.25bn acquisition of High Liner, set to close in early 2027

Paul Jewer sees potential for further M&A, international sales and sourcing synergies as the acquiring Japanese seafood giant looks to replicate its European growth strategy in North America

Chile’s two largest salmon producers are in negotiations with other companies at a time of flux in the sector, where financial performance has some owners eyeing an exit