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Exhibiting at Seafood Expo North America 2025

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Boston Convention and Exhibition Center in Boston, Massachusetts
16 Mar - 18 Mar, 2025

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BAP (Best Aquaculture Practices) - AquaBest Seafood

Product Offerings

Products:

AquaBest Seafood LLC, headquartered in Miami, Florida, is a premium seafood producer, distributor, and exporter delivering high-quality fresh and frozen seafood across North America and international markets. With a strong focus on sustainability, traceability, and customer service, AquaBest has established itself as a trusted supplier to wholesale distributors, restaurants, and retail clients seeking responsibly sourced and consistently fresh seafood.

Core Business and Offerings

AquaBest Seafood offers a diverse product range focused on premium-grade fresh and frozen seafood. Its offerings are carefully curated to cater to both domestic and export markets, emphasizing freshness, traceability, and quality. Core products include:

  • Finfish:

    • Fresh Tilapia Fillet
    • Red Tilapia
    • Mahi
    • Trout
    • Whole Tuna
  • Shellfish & Crustaceans:

    • Blue Crab
    • Lobster
    • Shrimps
    • Scallops
  • Cephalopods:

    • Octopus

These products are processed under stringent quality control standards and packed for wholesale, retail, and foodservice applications. The company supports custom packaging and private labeling upon request.

Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition

AquaBest stands out through its vertically integrated sourcing and its commitment to responsible aquaculture and wild catch practices. Key differentiators include:

  • BAP-Certified Aquaculture: Products are sourced from Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) certified farms and facilities, ensuring compliance with global standards on environmental, social, and food safety performance.
  • Sustainable Fisheries: Wild-caught seafood is sourced with an emphasis on low-impact fishing methods and adherence to sustainable catch quotas.
  • Custom Export Solutions: Offers tailored services including packaging, documentation, and freight logistics for clients across Latin America, Europe, and Asia.

Financial and Operational Insights

As a privately held company, AquaBest Seafood LLC does not publish audited financials. However, based on import-export trade records and client network:

  • Estimated Annual Revenue: $25M–$40M USD
  • Volume: Approx. 250–300 containers shipped annually
  • Top Export Destinations: Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Colombia, Canada
  • Client Base: Over 400 wholesale and foodservice customers in North America

The company has demonstrated consistent year-over-year growth, driven by its focus on product quality, sustainability, and responsive service.

Shipment and Export Records

AquaBest maintains a strong international logistics framework that supports both import and export operations:

  • Major U.S. Ports: PortMiami, Port Everglades
  • Distribution Hubs: Miami (headquarters and cold storage), with satellite networks for rapid delivery
  • Export Capabilities: Air and sea freight with documentation support including FDA, USDA, and country-specific sanitary certificates

Export records show regular shipments to Caribbean and Central American markets, often including custom seafood assortments and private label products.

Target Market

AquaBest serves a broad B2B customer base that includes:

  • Foodservice Distributors
  • Seafood Wholesalers
  • High-End Restaurants
  • Ethnic Grocers
  • Export Clients (LATAM & Caribbean)

The company is especially favored by clients needing reliable delivery of specialty and premium fresh seafood.

Capabilities

AquaBest’s operational strengths include:

  • In-house Quality Control & Inspection
  • Live Inventory Management
  • Custom Processing and Packaging
  • Traceability Systems from source to customer
  • Multilingual Export Documentation Team

Their advanced logistics and customer service infrastructure ensure on-time and spec-compliant delivery across both domestic and global markets.

Certifications and Compliance

AquaBest adheres to top-tier seafood safety and sustainability certifications, including:

  • Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP)
  • FDA Registered Importer
  • USDA & NOAA Compliant
  • HACCP-Certified Facilities

Additionally, the company performs third-party lab testing and partners with certified fisheries to ensure food safety and ethical sourcing.

Customer Testimonials

  • “AquaBest delivers consistently fresh seafood that meets the high expectations of our chefs. Their tilapia and mahi are some of the best we’ve sourced.” – Executive Chef, Premium Restaurant Chain
  • “As an importer, we rely on AquaBest’s team for their seamless export process and reliable quality — it’s top-notch service every time.” – Seafood Distributor, Dominican Republic

Major Achievements

  • Became one of South Florida’s leading seafood exporters, with expanding reach into Latin America and the Caribbean
  • Launched private label solutions for export partners, supporting retail growth in international markets
  • Earned recognition for sustainability leadership by adopting BAP certification across all major product lines
  • Invested in processing and cold storage capabilities, doubling capacity in 2022 to support growing demand

AquaBest Seafood LLC remains at the forefront of fresh and sustainable seafood distribution in the Americas, driven by its unwavering commitment to quality, service, and environmental stewardship.