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Kılıç Seafood, headquartered in Milas, Muğla, Turkey, is one of Europe’s largest and most vertically integrated aquaculture companies. With operations spanning hatcheries, feed production, marine farms, processing facilities, and global distribution networks, Kılıç Seafood has become a world-leading supplier of premium Mediterranean fish, known for quality, sustainability, and innovation.
Core Business
Kılıç Seafood’s operations cover the full aquaculture value chain, from broodstock and hatchery development to harvesting, processing, and global export. The company focuses primarily on Mediterranean species such as seabass, seabream, and meagre, but also includes rainbow trout, bluefin tuna, and halibut in its product portfolio.
With over 30 marine farms, 3 hatcheries, and 3 processing plants, the company’s integrated structure ensures traceability, efficiency, and food safety throughout the production lifecycle. Kılıç exports to more than 60 countries, including major markets in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America.
Product and Service Offerings
Kılıç Seafood provides a wide range of high-quality aquaculture products:
- Seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax) – Offered as whole, fillets, and portions (fresh or frozen)
- Seabream (Sparus aurata) – Supplied in retail and foodservice formats
- Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) – Whole and filleted options for global markets
- Meagre (Argyrosomus regius) – A premium white fish offered in chilled and frozen formats
- Bluefin Tuna (Thunnus thynnus) – Farmed under sustainable quotas, primarily for sushi-grade export
- Halibut – Offered as a specialty product
All products are packaged under the Kılıç brand, recognized globally for high standards of taste, texture, and sustainability. The company also offers private label production and customized packaging for retail chains.
Specialization and Core USP
Kılıç Seafood’s market leadership is driven by:
- Fully Integrated Production: From hatchery to harvest, including their own fish feed factory
- Sustainable Aquaculture: Certified under BAP, Global GAP, ASC, and IFS
- Export Excellence: One of Turkey’s top seafood exporters, with established cold chain logistics
- Advanced R&D: In-house research on fish health, breeding, and sustainable practices
- Innovation in Processing: Automated filleting, skinning, and MAP packaging lines
Financials
Kılıç Deniz Ürünleri Üretimi İhracat ve İthalat A.Ş. (Kılıç Seafood’s parent company) is one of Turkey’s largest aquaculture companies by revenue. In 2022:
- Total Revenue: Exceeded $200 million USD
- Annual Production Capacity: Over 65,000 metric tons
- Export Share: Exports account for more than 75% of total sales
Kılıç consistently ranks among the top exporters in Turkey’s aquaculture sector, earning recognition from the Turkish Exporters Assembly.
Shipment Records
According to global trade data and official company disclosures:
- Products shipped to over 60 countries, including Germany, Italy, France, Japan, USA, UAE, and Russia
- Exported formats include fresh chilled, IQF fillets, MAP trays, and vacuum packs
- Capable of fulfilling large-scale B2B orders and custom retail packaging
Target Market
Kılıç serves multiple segments across the seafood value chain:
- Supermarkets and grocery retailers
- HoReCa (Hotel, Restaurant, Catering) buyers
- Importers and wholesale seafood distributors
- Sushi and fine-dining chains (especially for Bluefin Tuna)
- Private label partners and seafood brands
Capabilities
- 3 State-of-the-art Processing Plants
- 30+ Marine and Inland Farms
- Annual feed production exceeding 100,000 tons
- Integrated Logistics and Cold Chain Management
- Custom Branding and Labeling Services
Certifications and Compliance
- Global GAP
- ASC (Aquaculture Stewardship Council)
- BRC and IFS Certifications
- BAP (Best Aquaculture Practices)
- ISO 22000, ISO 9001, ISO 14001
These certifications reflect Kılıç's commitment to food safety, environmental responsibility, and sustainable aquaculture.
Customer Testimonials
“Kılıç is a benchmark in aquaculture quality. Their seabass and seabream fillets are among the most consistent and premium in the market.”
— European Retail Seafood Buyer
“The traceability, certifications, and custom packaging options make Kılıç an ideal partner for global seafood programs.”
— Director of Procurement, International Foodservice Group
Major Achievements
- Named Turkey’s top aquaculture exporter multiple years by the Turkish Exporters Assembly
- Operates one of Europe’s largest hatchery and fish farming operations
- Developed Turkey’s first full-cycle Bluefin Tuna farming operation
- Consistent exhibitor at Seafood Expo Global, China Fisheries & Seafood Expo, and Gulfood
Kılıç Seafood continues to lead global aquaculture innovation with a focus on sustainability, quality, and operational excellence, making it a trusted name in seafood supply worldwide.