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We are the national representative body for the Scottish seafood processing and trading sectors

31/03/2026

VIP Visit to Peterhead Fish Market

We were delighted to welcome Katrina Farquhar, Private Secretary to Their Majesties The King and Queen, to Peterhead Fish Market with incredible support from Peterhead Port Authority.

From walking the auction floor to witnessing the final days of the shout auction, Ms Farquhar experienced firsthand the energy, pace and professionalism that have defined this market for generations.

We also discussed the opportunities and challenges facing Scotland’s seafood sector - from today’s realities to tomorrow’s ambitions.

It was a true privilege to share our story, our people, and our passion for Scottish seafood.

30/03/2026

Welcoming a new member to the Scottish Seafood Association 🤝

We are delighted to welcome CRT Packaging Ltd as a new member of the Association.

CRT Packaging are a leading UK supplier of high-quality packaging solutions, with extensive experience supporting the fish and shellfish sector. Their expertise in solid fibreboard packaging, corrugated solutions and bespoke designs helps seafood businesses protect product quality, maintain freshness and operate efficiently across the supply chain.

With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability and tailored solutions, CRT Packaging understand the unique demands of seafood processing and distribution, making them a valuable addition to our growing network.

We look forward to supporting their continued success within Scotland’s seafood industry.

👉 If your business is looking to connect, collaborate and grow within the sector, consider SSA membership. Send a message for more information.

23/03/2026

What does SSA membership actually deliver?

✔ Representation at government level
✔ Access to industry insight and updates
✔ Support with regulation, policy and trade
✔ Opportunities to connect with key stakeholders

In a complex and fast-moving industry having the right support network matters.

SSA provides the platform, the voice and the connections to help your business move forward.

Become a member and strengthen your position in the sector: [email protected]

22/03/2026

Championing Scotland’s seafood sector from Sea to Plate

The Scottish Seafood Association exists to ensure the voices of processors, exporters and coastal businesses are heard where it matters most.

From policy and trade to workforce and infrastructure, we represent the full seafood supply chain, advocating for a sector that supports thousands of jobs and communities across Scotland.

When industry speaks with one voice, it gets results.

Join the SSA and be part of shaping the future of Scottish seafood.

08/03/2026

From sea to plate - representing the full supply chain.

SSA represents processors, exporters and the wider seafood supply chain that sustains Scotland’s coastal communities.

When funding uncertainty, regulatory complexity or trade friction arise, our responsibility is to ensure those impacts are understood where decisions are made.

We believe Scotland’s seafood sector deserves:
- Clarity
- Fairness
- Long-term strategic support

And we will continue to advocate for all three - nationally and internationally.

06/03/2026

🚨 Final Reminder: Meet the Buyer – This Monday

International seafood buyers from Asia and Australia will be in on Monday 9 March to meet Scottish exporters as part of a UK inward trade mission.

Instead of travelling to overseas exhibitions, this is your opportunity to meet buyers face-to-face here in Scotland.

📍 The Buchan Braes Hotel
📅 Monday 9 March 2026
⏰ 10:00–16:00

With support from the Department for Business and Trade and Seafish, the event also provides direct access to export advice and embassy insight.

⏳ There is still time to attend.
👉 Register your interest: [email protected] | [email protected]

04/03/2026

Advocating across political lines

The seafood sector cannot afford to be caught between political positions.

SSA engages constructively with representatives across parties and governments to ensure Scotland’s seafood businesses have a strong, informed and consistent voice in national discussions.

Investment confidence, growth and coastal employment all depend on stable, clear and supportive policy.

Our commitment is long-term because the challenges facing our sector do not sit within a single parliamentary term.

To find out more about the work of the SSA or to explore member benefits follow this link: https://www.scottishseafoodassociation.com.

03/03/2026

A proven ladder to career success

It is Scottish Apprenticeship Week (2 to 6 March 2026) and we are celebrating how an apprenticeship provides a vital foundation for a lifelong career.

The food and drink sector is one of the most rewarding industries to join: it is secure, diverse and full of opportunities to make a real difference.

Apprenticeship is not just a first job, but a ladder that can take you all the way to the boardroom. Check out this journey within the seafood sector to see how you can .

🦐 Victor West: CEO of Macsween Allan Food Group and a prime example of where an apprenticeship can lead: https://www.foodeducationscotland.scot/master-database/saw-ladder-victor-west

Whatever the uncertainties of the years ahead, people will always want to eat and drink well. There will always be careers to get your teeth into here.

02/03/2026

🌍 One Week to Go: Meet the Buyer – Peterhead

Scottish seafood companies are invited to connect directly with international buyers visiting the UK from Vietnam, South Korea, Thailand and Australia.

This inward trade mission, led by the Department for Business and Trade and Seafish, offers a rare opportunity to explore new export relationships without travelling overseas.

📍 The Buchan Braes Hotel
📅 Monday 9 March 2026
⏰ 10:00–16:00 (drop in anytime)

Representatives from DBT and UK Embassies in Hanoi and Seoul will also be on hand to provide export insight and support.

If you are looking to diversify markets or grow exports, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

👉 To attend, contact: [email protected] | [email protected]

01/03/2026

Protecting export flow and operational reality

Trade policy only works if it works in practice.

From border delays to IUU labelling requirements, Scotland’s seafood exporters face real-world pressures that require practical solutions not just policy statements.

The SSA engages directly with government departments to ensure the operational realities of processors and exporters shape decision-making.

Our role is simple: protect trade flow, reduce friction and keep Scottish seafood competitive at home and abroad.

To find out more about the work of the SSA or to explore member benefits follow this link: https://www.scottishseafoodassociation.com

26/02/2026

Ensuring Scotland’s seafood sector is treated fairly

Scotland lands over 60% of the UK’s fish - yet received just 7.8% of the £360m Coastal Communities Growth Fund.

The Scottish Seafood Association exists to ensure decisions like these are challenged, scrutinised and properly understood.

When funding allocations impact investment, jobs and long-term growth in our coastal communities, SSA works to secure clarity, transparency and fairness for the businesses that power our seafood supply chain.

Advocacy matters and representation at the highest levels makes a difference.

To find out more about the work of the SSA or to explore member benefits follow this link: https://www.scottishseafoodassociation.com

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Suite 24/Burnside Business Centre
Peterhead
AB421AW

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http://scottishseafoodassociation.com/

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