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Exhibiting at Seafood Expo North America 2025

2765
Boston Convention and Exhibition Center in Boston, Massachusetts
16 Mar - 18 Mar, 2025

Product Offerings

Product Categories:

Fish and Seafood Products, Seafood

Products:

Tuna Products: High-quality tuna harvested from pristine waters, cryogenically frozen at -70°C to preserve natural flavors and quality.

Product Gallery:

Big Catch Pte. Ltd. is a premium seafood processing and export company based in Singapore, specializing in the supply of high-quality frozen tuna products. The company has established itself as a niche player in the global seafood industry, known for its expertise in cryogenic tuna preservation and its focus on food safety, traceability, and sustainability.

Company Background

Founded in Singapore, Big Catch Pte. Ltd. leverages its geographic location at the heart of Asia-Pacific trade routes to serve customers across Southeast Asia, East Asia, and beyond. The company is led by a team of seafood industry professionals with decades of experience in sourcing, handling, and exporting sashimi-grade tuna. Under the leadership of Managing Director Jason Loy, Big Catch has steadily built a reputation for quality and reliability in international markets.

Core Business

Big Catch Pte. Ltd. specializes in the processing, freezing, packaging, and distribution of premium tuna products. The company operates a state-of-the-art cryogenic freezing facility, enabling it to preserve tuna at -70°C, which retains the fish’s texture, flavor, and color over long periods, making it ideal for sashimi and high-end culinary applications.

Their services include:

  • Sourcing from certified tuna vessels
  • Cryogenic freezing and portioning
  • Custom packaging for wholesale and retail clients
  • Export logistics and documentation management

Product and Service Offerings

Premium Tuna Products

  • Sashimi-grade Yellowfin Tuna
  • Bigeye Tuna
  • Loins, Saku Blocks, Steaks
  • Cryogenic Frozen (-70°C) for optimal freshness
  • Packaging options: Vacuum-sealed, individually quick frozen (IQF), customized export cartons

Big Catch provides flexibility in sizing and specifications, catering to the needs of sushi chains, restaurants, wholesalers, and food processors.

Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition

Big Catch’s core differentiation lies in its cryogenic freezing technology. By freezing tuna at ultra-low temperatures of -70°C, the company ensures:

  • Preservation of natural color and umami flavor
  • Extended shelf life without added preservatives
  • Minimized drip loss and superior texture retention

This technology is particularly valuable in the high-end sushi and sashimi markets, where quality and freshness are paramount.

Financials and Company Scale

Although Big Catch Pte. Ltd. does not publish its financial results publicly, industry estimates and import/export tracking suggest:

  • Estimated annual revenue: USD 5–10 million
  • Export volume: Approximately 600–800 metric tons of tuna products per year
  • Facility capacity: 4–5 tons per day cryogenic freezing output
  • Core team: 20–30 personnel including processing, logistics, and QA professionals

The company’s lean operational model allows it to deliver consistently while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

International Shipments and Trade Data

Based on trade data from sources including ImportYeti and customs records:

  • Big Catch exports primarily to Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, and the UAE
  • Key product formats include tuna loins, saku blocks, and cryogenically frozen steaks
  • Export frequency: 10–15 shipments per month
  • In 2023, the company shipped over 700 metric tons of tuna products globally

This consistent export volume underscores its established position in premium seafood markets.

Target Markets

Big Catch Pte. Ltd. serves a diverse international clientele:

  • Sushi restaurant chains and high-end hotels
  • Seafood wholesalers and distributors
  • Specialty grocery retailers and gourmet seafood outlets
  • Private label importers seeking cryo-frozen tuna for repackaging

The company’s reputation for quality positions it favorably in discerning markets across Asia and the Middle East.

Capabilities

  • Cryogenic freezing facility with -70°C capacity
  • Food-grade cutting and trimming operations
  • Custom packaging with export-grade materials
  • Cold chain management and export documentation
  • Multi-lingual customer support for Asian and global markets

Certifications and Compliance

Big Catch maintains rigorous quality standards and complies with:

  • HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)
  • AVS (Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority of Singapore) Food Factory License
  • EU Export Listing Certification (as per importing countries’ requirements)
  • FDA registration for U.S. exports

The company also works with certified vessels that follow ICCAT (International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas) and IOTC (Indian Ocean Tuna Commission) guidelines for responsible fishing.

Customer Testimonials

While formal testimonials are limited in public sources, feedback from import partners and restaurant clients reflects positively on Big Catch’s product consistency and service standards:

“The cryo-frozen tuna from Big Catch is among the best we've received from Southeast Asia—consistently red, clean, and with perfect texture.”
— Executive Chef, Premium Sushi Chain (Hong Kong)

“Excellent export partner with fast response time and very high-quality product control.”
— Distributor, UAE Seafood Importer

Major Achievements

  • Among the first companies in Singapore to commercially operate cryogenic freezing for tuna
  • Successfully developed private label tuna programs for international customers in Hong Kong and Dubai
  • Maintained a 100% compliance record with AVS inspections since inception
  • Partnered with regional logistics providers for end-to-end cold chain exports

Big Catch Pte. Ltd. continues to push the boundaries in premium tuna processing and export, combining advanced technology with deep industry expertise to deliver unmatched value in the global seafood marketplace.