Product Offerings
Products:
Atlantic Sea Scallops: U12, 10-20, 20-30, 30-40
Coldwater Shrimp: 70-90, 80-100, 90-120, 120-150, 120-170, 160+, 180+, 200+
Redfish (Ocean Perch): Whole, H&G, Fillets, Breaded Fillets
Founded in 1964 and headquartered in Liverpool, Nova Scotia, Mersey Seafoods Limited is a vertically integrated Canadian seafood company specializing in the harvesting, processing, and global distribution of premium wild-caught seafood. With over six decades of operational excellence, Mersey Seafoods is recognized as one of the most reliable and quality-driven seafood producers in the North Atlantic region.
Core Business and Specialization
Mersey Seafoods operates its own fleet of offshore fishing vessels and advanced processing facilities, giving it full control over the entire supply chain—from catch to customer. The company is best known for its specialization in:
- Atlantic Sea Scallops
- Coldwater Shrimp
- Redfish (Ocean Perch)
All products are harvested from Canadian offshore waters and processed under rigorous quality control systems to meet the highest international food safety standards.
Product Offerings
Atlantic Sea Scallops
- Sizes: U12, 10-20, 20-30, 30-40
- Processed and frozen-at-sea for maximum freshness
Coldwater Shrimp
- Sizes: 70-90, 80-100, 90-120, 120-150, 120-170, 160+, 180+, 200+
- Known for their sweet flavor, firm texture, and bright color
Redfish (Ocean Perch)
- Forms: Whole, H&G (Headed & Gutted), Fillets, Breaded Fillets
- Sustainably sourced and offered in both raw and value-added formats
Unique Selling Proposition
Mersey Seafoods’ key strength lies in its fully integrated seafood supply chain. With ownership of vessels, processing operations, and cold storage facilities, the company ensures complete product traceability, consistent supply, and superior quality.
- Frozen-at-sea processing preserves texture and nutritional quality
- Sustainably managed fisheries with adherence to quota and resource management systems
- Export expertise with decades of experience servicing global markets
Financial and Operational Insights
As a private company, detailed financials are not disclosed, but industry sources and operational scale suggest Mersey Seafoods is a major contributor to Canada’s seafood export economy. The Canadian seafood sector exported over CAD $4.6 billion in 2022, with scallops and shrimp accounting for a significant portion—segments where Mersey has a strong footprint.
- Operates a fleet of offshore trawlers equipped with onboard processing
- Owns processing facilities certified to HACCP, CFIA, and EU export standards
- Employs over 300 workers across its fishing, processing, and logistics operations
Shipment and Export Data
According to export intelligence platforms like Volza and ImportYeti, Mersey Seafoods has completed consistent high-value exports to:
- United States
- Japan
- China
- Europe (Germany, France, UK)
Records indicate over 200 international shipments in the last 3 years, with a high concentration of coldwater shrimp and scallops, valued cumulatively in the tens of millions of CAD annually.
Target Markets
Mersey Seafoods serves premium buyers in the:
- Foodservice sector (hotels, restaurants, cruise lines)
- Retail chains (private-label frozen seafood products)
- Wholesale distributors
- Institutional procurement (airlines, government supply contracts)
The company's reputation for consistency and reliability makes it a preferred vendor in demanding international markets.
Capabilities
- Onboard Processing: Vessels are equipped to process, grade, and freeze seafood at sea
- Traceability Systems: End-to-end monitoring from catch to shipment
- Cold Storage Logistics: Temperature-controlled storage and freight coordination
- Private Labeling and Custom Orders: Tailored cuts, packaging formats, and customer branding
Certifications and Compliance
Mersey Seafoods adheres to rigorous compliance frameworks, including:
- HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point)
- CFIA (Canadian Food Inspection Agency) Certified
- EU Export Certified
- Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Certification for sustainably harvested species
- Member of Seafood Producers Association of Nova Scotia
Customer Testimonials
While direct testimonials are limited due to the B2B nature of the business, the consistent partnerships with international buyers and foodservice operators are a strong indicator of buyer satisfaction. Industry stakeholders have recognized Mersey for its quality consistency, traceability, and sustainable harvesting.
Major Achievements
- Over 60 years of continuous operations in the North Atlantic fishery
- Pioneered frozen-at-sea processing in Canada’s offshore scallop fleet
- Recognized exporter in the Canadian seafood industry with long-standing relationships in North America, Europe, and Asia
- Played a key role in sustainable fishery dialogues within Canada’s Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO)
Mersey Seafoods continues to position itself as a trusted, sustainable, and premium supplier of wild-caught Canadian seafood to the global market.