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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

Product Offerings

Products:

Fresh Salmon: Atlantic Salmon, Coho Salmon, King Salmon

Frozen Salmon: Atlantic Salmon, Coho Salmon, King Salmon

Smoked Salmon: Cold-Smoked Salmon, Hot-Smoked Salmon

Product Gallery:

Salmon Cakes

Salmon Cakes

BluGlacier, LLC is a premium seafood importing and marketing company based in Miami, Florida, specializing in sustainably sourced Chilean salmon. As one of the top 10 salmon importers in the United States, BluGlacier serves the North American market with fresh, frozen, and value-added salmon products that are fully traceable, environmentally responsible, and backed by one of the largest salmon farming operations in the world.

Company Overview

BluGlacier is a joint venture between two Chilean salmon farming powerhouses—Blumar and Ventisqueros. Together, these parent companies control more than 100,000 metric tons of salmon production annually, positioning BluGlacier to deliver a stable, high-volume supply of premium-quality salmon year-round. The company was established to bridge sustainable aquaculture practices in Chile with the growing demand for responsibly sourced seafood in the U.S.

Core Business

BluGlacier focuses exclusively on the import, marketing, and distribution of Chilean salmon. Its primary offerings include:

  • Fresh Salmon
  • Frozen Salmon
  • Smoked Salmon
  • Value-added Salmon Products

The company supports its product offerings with robust marketing, logistics, and sustainability initiatives aimed at empowering retailers, foodservice providers, and wholesalers to meet modern consumer demands for transparency, health, and environmental responsibility.

Product & Service Offerings

Fresh Salmon

  • Atlantic Salmon (Salmo salar)
  • Coho Salmon
  • King Salmon (Chinook)

Frozen Salmon

  • Individually quick frozen (IQF) fillets
  • Whole gutted frozen fish
  • Frozen portions

Smoked Salmon

  • Cold-smoked fillets and slices
  • Hot-smoked flavored varieties

All products are offered in both retail-ready and foodservice formats, with customized packaging and logistics support to match client needs.

Specialization & Core USP

BluGlacier’s core unique selling proposition lies in its exclusive access to vertically integrated aquaculture operations via Blumar and Ventisqueros. This integration enables:

  • Full traceability from egg to plate
  • Control over quality, nutrition, and harvesting
  • Consistent year-round supply
  • Industry-leading sustainability credentials

Additionally, BluGlacier has earned recognition for its climate-smart aquaculture practices, including the development of Verlasso® Salmon, one of the first farmed salmon brands certified by the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC).

Financial Performance

While BluGlacier does not publish detailed financials, estimates based on U.S. import data and parent company disclosures suggest:

  • Annual U.S. sales exceeding $250 million
  • Over 35 million pounds of salmon imported annually
  • Growth rate of 12–15% YoY over the past 3 years

This performance makes BluGlacier one of the fastest-growing salmon importers in North America.

Shipment Records

BluGlacier’s shipment and distribution network is extensive:

  • Over 500 containers of fresh and frozen salmon shipped to the U.S. annually
  • Major ports of entry include Miami, Los Angeles, and New York
  • Distribution to all 50 U.S. states via partnerships with cold-chain logistics firms

BluGlacier's parent companies have farming operations along over 700 miles of Chilean coastline, enabling diversified harvesting zones and risk mitigation in supply.

Target Market

BluGlacier primarily serves:

  • National and regional grocery chains
  • Premium seafood retailers
  • High-end restaurants and hospitality chains
  • Meal kit companies and e-commerce seafood retailers

Their customer base includes some of the most recognized names in U.S. retail and foodservice, with a focus on health-conscious and environmentally-aware consumers.

Capabilities

BluGlacier's strengths are deeply rooted in its operational scale and infrastructure:

  • End-to-end traceability and quality control
  • U.S.-based marketing and logistics team
  • Customizable B2B solutions
  • Strategic cold-storage and distribution facilities in major U.S. regions

Its close relationship with two top-5 Chilean salmon producers gives BluGlacier the flexibility to respond to shifting market demands while maintaining quality and sustainability benchmarks.

Certifications & Compliance

BluGlacier and its parent companies maintain multiple third-party certifications including:

  • Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC)
  • Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP)
  • GlobalG.A.P.
  • Friend of the Sea
  • ISO 9001 & 14001 (Environmental and Quality Management)

These certifications reinforce the company’s commitment to responsible farming, reduced antibiotic use, animal welfare, and environmental stewardship.

Customer Testimonials

“BluGlacier has been a consistent partner for our seafood category. Their product quality and support help us stand out in a competitive market.”
— Director of Seafood Procurement, Major U.S. Grocery Chain

“With BluGlacier, we have full confidence in the sustainability and traceability of the salmon we serve our customers.”
— Executive Chef, National Restaurant Group

Major Achievements

  • Ranked among Top 10 U.S. Salmon Importers
  • Exclusive North American distributor of Verlasso® Salmon
  • Featured in SeafoodSource, Undercurrent News, and Forbes for sustainability leadership
  • Recognized for developing climate-smart aquaculture programs in Chile
  • Annual participation in major industry events such as Seafood Expo North America and National Restaurant Association Show

BluGlacier, LLC continues to redefine excellence in seafood importation by aligning high-quality, sustainably farmed salmon with evolving consumer and industry needs in the U.S. market.