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Exhibiting at International Food & Drink Event (IFE) 2025

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ExCeL London
17 Mar - 19 Mar, 2025

Product Offerings

Products:

Coldwater Prawns: Cooked and peeled prawns, Shell-on prawns

White Fish: Atlantic cod loins, Greenland halibut fillets

Shellfish: Snow crab clusters, Canadian lobster tails

Smoked Fish: Smoked salmon slices, Smoked trout fillets

Royal Greenland UK Ltd is the British subsidiary of Royal Greenland A/S, one of the world’s largest fully integrated seafood companies headquartered in Nuuk, Greenland. Strategically located in Manchester, Royal Greenland UK Ltd serves as a vital hub for distributing high-quality, sustainably sourced seafood across the United Kingdom and Ireland. With a deep commitment to ocean stewardship and premium processing, the company delivers coldwater prawns, white fish, shellfish, and smoked seafood products to retail, foodservice, and industrial clients.

Company Background

Royal Greenland UK operates as part of the Royal Greenland Group, a vertically integrated seafood corporation owned by the Government of Greenland. Established in the UK to strengthen logistics, market presence, and customer service in Western Europe, the UK subsidiary supports product distribution, culinary consultation, and sustainability advocacy across the British Isles.

Royal Greenland has over 2,000 employees globally and operates more than 40 factories and fishing vessels, with direct access to coldwater fisheries in Greenland, Canada, and the North Atlantic.

Core Business and Offerings

Royal Greenland UK Ltd specializes in delivering premium, wild-caught and responsibly processed seafood products, including:

Coldwater Prawns

  • Cooked and peeled prawns
  • Shell-on prawns
  • MSC-certified prawn lines

White Fish

  • Atlantic cod loins
  • Greenland halibut fillets
  • MSC-certified wild-caught options

Shellfish

  • Snow crab clusters
  • Canadian lobster tails
  • Norwegian king crab

Smoked Fish

  • Smoked salmon slices
  • Smoked trout fillets
  • Value-added, ready-to-eat formats

All products are processed under strict quality control and temperature management protocols, ensuring optimal freshness, taste, and food safety.

Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition (USP)

Royal Greenland’s unique position in the global seafood market is underpinned by:

  • Full vertical integration from catch to customer
  • Direct access to pristine Arctic fishing grounds
  • Strong focus on sustainability with multiple MSC-certified products
  • In-house product development and culinary support for B2B customers
  • Consistency in supply chain and traceability across all product lines

In addition to raw seafood, the company offers ready-to-serve and premium retail-ready packaging for supermarkets and foodservice distributors.

Financial and Shipment Insights

While subsidiary-specific financials are not disclosed, Royal Greenland A/S reported a revenue of DKK 5.4 billion (approx. £615 million) in 2022.

Key figures for the UK market:

  • Daily shipping operations from their UK logistics hub in Manchester
  • Direct imports from Greenland and Canada, ensuring freshness and traceability
  • Partnered with over 150 UK-based retailers, wholesalers, and foodservice operators

Royal Greenland’s robust cold-chain infrastructure and customs facilitation allow them to meet stringent UK food safety standards post-Brexit without compromising delivery speed or product quality.

Target Market

Royal Greenland UK targets a diverse range of buyers, including:

  • Retail chains (supermarkets, specialty fish counters)
  • Foodservice providers (restaurants, caterers, hotels)
  • Wholesalers and distributors
  • Meal kit companies and industrial food processors

Their seafood is positioned at the premium end of the market, appealing to customers seeking responsibly caught, traceable, and high-quality fish and shellfish.

Capabilities and Infrastructure

  • Cold storage and packaging facility in Manchester
  • Daily shipping and logistics coordination from Greenland and Canada
  • On-site sales, quality assurance, and client relations teams
  • Access to global Royal Greenland R&D resources for innovation and product development

The infrastructure enables Royal Greenland UK to handle bulk orders, white-label manufacturing, and private label partnerships efficiently.

Certifications and Compliance

Royal Greenland UK complies with:

  • MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) Certification for sustainable fisheries
  • IFS and BRC Food Safety Standards
  • EU and UK food labelling and allergen declaration laws
  • Own fleet compliance with environmental monitoring systems

Their sustainability practices are outlined in detailed annual sustainability reports published on their corporate site.

Sustainability and Environmental Responsibility

The company leads industry efforts in sustainable fishing and ecosystem preservation. Core initiatives include:

  • Long-term quotas and scientific advisory for prawn and halibut fisheries
  • Waste minimization and circular economy practices in seafood processing
  • Investment in eco-friendly vessel upgrades and factory efficiencies

Their most recent Sustainability Report outlines commitments to UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and life-cycle assessments for seafood production.

Customer Trust and Recognition

Royal Greenland is a preferred supplier for numerous foodservice distributors, thanks to:

  • Product reliability and consistency
  • Customer service excellence
  • Transparent sourcing and supply chain documentation

End users across the UK value Royal Greenland seafood for its clean label attributes, rich flavor, and minimal processing—a hallmark of Arctic-caught fish.

Digital Presence and Resources

Royal Greenland UK maintains a professional and content-rich website (https://www.royalgreenland.co.uk), featuring:

  • Detailed product specifications and origin information
  • Video content on sustainability, fishing methods, and company history
  • Downloadable brochures, catalogues, and sustainability reports
  • Contact forms and distributor support for trade inquiries

The company also engages via LinkedIn to communicate industry developments, trade show appearances, and product launches.

Royal Greenland UK Ltd continues to strengthen its leadership in the British seafood market by combining Arctic quality, sustainable sourcing, and a customer-first approach. As demand for traceable, responsibly caught seafood rises, Royal Greenland is positioned as a strategic supplier of choice for quality-driven buyers.