Exhibiting at Seafood Expo North America 2025

East Coast Seafood Group, headquartered in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is one of North America's most established and vertically integrated seafood suppliers. For over four decades, the company has been a global leader in the harvesting, processing, and distribution of premium North Atlantic seafood products, with a core focus on lobster and scallops. Through its multiple brands and facilities, East Coast Seafood Group supplies retail, foodservice, and wholesale markets in over 30 countries.

Core Business and Offerings

East Coast Seafood Group offers a diverse product portfolio, serving as a one-stop solution for high-quality, sustainably sourced seafood. The company operates modern processing facilities, maintains its own fleet access, and utilizes robust cold chain logistics to ensure freshness and traceability from ocean to table.

Product Categories:

• Lobster:

  • Live Lobster (Homarus americanus)
  • Fresh Cooked Lobster Meat
  • Frozen Lobster Tails and Whole Lobsters

• Scallops:

  • Wild North Atlantic Scallops (U10, U12, 10/20, 20/30)
  • Fresh and Individually Quick Frozen (IQF)

• Crab:

  • Snow Crab Clusters
  • Pasteurized Crab Meat

• Shrimp:

  • Cold Water Shrimp
  • Warm Water Shrimp (raw & cooked)

• Other Seafood:

  • Monkfish
  • Dogfish Fillets

Each product line adheres to strict quality protocols and offers various packaging formats to meet customer specifications.

Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition (USP)

East Coast Seafood Group's strength lies in its fully integrated supply chain, from ocean harvest to international distribution. This integration allows the company to offer:

• Consistent product availability year-round
• Custom processing and value-added product solutions
• Complete traceability and food safety assurance
• Scalable volume capabilities for global distribution

Their strategic location in New Bedford—the largest commercial fishing port in the U.S. by dollar value—enhances their ability to source and process seafood efficiently.

Financials and Market Reach

While specific revenue figures are not publicly disclosed, industry estimates and operational scale suggest:

• Estimated Annual Revenue: Over USD $250 million
• International Reach: Exports to over 30 countries, including Japan, China, South Korea, the UK, France, Spain, and Australia
• Retail & Foodservice Penetration: Products featured in leading U.S. and international grocery chains, hotel groups, and foodservice distributors

Through its e-commerce brand MySeafood.com, the company has also entered the direct-to-consumer seafood delivery space, capitalizing on the growing demand for high-quality frozen seafood at home.

Shipment and Export Data

According to trade data platforms including ImportYeti and Panjiva:

• East Coast Seafood has completed over 15,000 international seafood shipments in the last five years.
• Regular container and air freight operations are managed from the Port of New Bedford and other East Coast logistics hubs.
• Primary export volumes include frozen lobster tails and wild scallops, with average shipment sizes ranging from 500 kg to 2,500 kg per container.

Target Markets

The company targets a wide spectrum of clients, including:

• Foodservice Distributors
• Retail Grocery Chains
• Online Seafood Retailers
• Hotel and Resort Groups
• Specialty Seafood Importers

The company’s premium positioning and sustainable sourcing practices attract buyers with high compliance and quality expectations.

Capabilities and Infrastructure

• Processing Plants: HACCP and FDA-inspected plants in New Bedford and affiliated locations in Maine and Canada
• Cold Storage Capacity: Over 10,000 pallet positions across owned and partner facilities
• Fleet and Dock Access: Partnerships with over 100 fishing vessels and daily procurement from local docks
• Value-Added Services: Custom cuts, pre-portioned seafood, vacuum packing, and private label programs

This infrastructure supports scalable, high-speed processing and customized product offerings.

Certifications and Compliance

East Coast Seafood Group maintains high food safety and sustainability standards across its operations:

• HACCP Certified Facilities
• FDA and USDA Approved
• BRC Global Food Safety Standard Certification
• MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) Certification for Scallops and Lobster
• USDC Grade A Quality Standards
• GFSI Program Compliant

These certifications ensure access to the most demanding international seafood markets.

Customer Testimonials

“East Coast Seafood is a trusted partner that delivers consistently high-quality lobster year-round. Their logistics and customer service are unmatched.”
— Senior Buyer, Global Foodservice Distributor

“The scallops from East Coast Seafood are a favorite on our menu—plump, sweet, and always fresh. They’re our go-to for premium wild-caught shellfish.”
— Executive Chef, Michelin-Starred Restaurant, NYC

Major Achievements

• Over 40 years as a leader in North Atlantic seafood supply
• Pioneered the adoption of sustainable sourcing and traceability in the North American lobster industry
• Operates one of the largest lobster processing operations in the U.S.
• Expanded brand portfolio with Seatrade International, Salt & Sky, and MySeafood.com
• Recognized by industry associations such as National Fisheries Institute (NFI) and Seafood Expo North America

East Coast Seafood Group continues to set the standard for premium seafood supply, combining tradition, innovation, and environmental stewardship to serve the global seafood community with integrity and excellence.