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Turkish seafood processing company seeks distributors and manufacturing partners for premium fish products.

Summary

Profile Type
  • Business Offer
POD Reference
BOTR20250306006
Term of Validity
6 March 2025 - 6 March 2026
Company's Country
  • Turkey
Type of partnership
  • Commercial agreement
  • Outsourcing agreement
  • Supplier agreement
Targeted Countries
  • All countries
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General information

Short Summary
A Turkish seafood processing company specializing in Turkish salmon, anchovy, and bonito products is seeking distributors and manufacturing partners. With a state-of-the-art facility offering 6,000 tons of annual processing capacity and 2,500 tons of storage capacity, the company produces high-quality fresh and frozen seafood. The company is looking for international partners to expand its reach in Russia, Spain, France, the UK, the USA, and Italy.
Full Description
The Company is a modern seafood processing and storage facility located in Sinop, Turkey. Established with joint funding from the EU and the Republic of Turkey, it commenced operations in 2024 and holds both EU and non-EU export permits. With a commitment to sustainable fishing and premium quality, The Company processes and exports a wide range of seafood products.

The facility is equipped with specialized processing lines for both farmed and wild-caught fish. The Turkish Salmon Processing Line produces headless, gutted, filleted, and steak-cut fish, while the Wild-Caught Fish Processing Line handles anchovies, bonito, and other species, offering products such as marinated fish and traditional lakerda (geographically indicated product).

The Company is currently looking for international distribution partners, private label buyers, and contract manufacturing opportunities to bring its premium seafood products to global markets.

Products Offered:

- Turkish Salmon Products: Whole fish, fillets, steaks (fresh or frozen)
- Anchovy Marinated Products
- Bonito Lakerda (Geographically Indicated Product)
- By-Products: Turkish salmon mince, fish waste for pet food industry
Advantages and Innovations
- High Production Capacity: 6,000 tons annual processing capacity and 2,500 tons cold storage capacity.

- EU and Non-EU Export Approved Facility: Ensures compliance with international food safety regulations.

- Sustainable and Quality-Focused: Committed to responsible sourcing and processing.

- Traditional and Innovative Offerings: Includes value-added seafood products like marinated anchovies and lakerda.

- Flexible Business Models: Available for contract manufacturing, private label, and wholesale partnerships.
Stage of Development
  • Already on the market
Sustainable Development Goals
  • Goal 14: Life Below Water
  • Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

Partner Sought

Expected Role of a Partner
The Company seeks:

- Distributors and wholesalers in the seafood industry.

- Retail chains and food service companies interested in high-quality frozen and fresh seafood.

- Supermarkets and private label brands seeking contract manufacturing opportunities.

- Pet food manufacturers for by-product utilization.
Type and Size of Partner
  • Other
  • SME 11-49
  • Big company
  • SME <=10
  • SME 50 - 249
Type of partnership
  • Commercial agreement
  • Outsourcing agreement
  • Supplier agreement

Dissemination

Market keywords
  • 09005 - Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, Animal Husbandry & Related Products
  • 07006 - Other Consumer Related (not elsewhere classified)
Sector Groups Involved
  • Agri-Food
Targeted countries
  • All countries

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