Founded in Zhaoqing, Guangdong Province, Zhenye Aquatic (Huilong) Ltd. is a seasoned seafood processor and exporter with over two decades of experience in the aquaculture industry. The company has built a strong reputation for supplying premium-quality freshwater and marine fish products to international markets, particularly in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Core Business
Zhenye Aquatic specializes in the breeding, processing, and export of frozen freshwater and marine fish. The company operates vertically integrated aquaculture and processing systems, enabling end-to-end control over product quality, food safety, and sustainability practices. Its primary product lines include frozen fish fillets, value-added seafood, and fish by-products.
Product and Service Offerings
The company's product catalog encompasses a wide array of species and formats suited for both retail and foodservice segments:
Frozen Fish Fillets
- Channel Catfish Fillets
- Tilapia Fillets
- Japanese Spotted Sea Bass Fillets
- Red Drum Fillets
- Barramundi Fillets
Fish By-products
- Catfish Bladder
- Catfish Nuggets
- Catfish Belly
- Catfish Fins
Prepared Seafood
- Grilled Fish Hotpot
- Fish Balls
- Fish Cakes
Products are available in various cuts, breaded or unbreaded options, and custom packaging as per buyer requirements.
Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
Zhenye Aquatic's competitive advantage lies in its:
- Vertically integrated operations—from breeding and aquaculture farms to processing and export
- Adherence to international safety and quality certifications
- Ability to customize cuts, packaging, and portion sizes
- Focus on Asian premium species not widely processed by competitors (e.g., Japanese Spotted Sea Bass)
The company's location in Guangdong, a hub for aquaculture in China, provides access to rich freshwater and marine resources, as well as an established cold chain infrastructure for seafood exports.
Financials
While Zhenye Aquatic is privately held and does not publish audited financials, market analysis from trade intelligence platforms suggests the company generates annual revenue in the range of USD 15–25 million, primarily from seafood exports to North America and Southeast Asia.
Shipment Data
According to Volza and ImportYeti export-import analytics:
- Over 6,500 international shipments have been completed since 2015
- The largest export markets are USA, Canada, Japan, South Korea, and Malaysia
- Primary exported products include frozen channel catfish fillets and tilapia fillets
- Top importers include Asian food distributors, restaurant supply chains, and supermarket brands
- Regularly ships via reefer containers under HACCP-compliant cold chain protocols
Target Market
Zhenye Aquatic targets the following sectors:
- Retail grocery chains specializing in Asian and seafood products
- Foodservice distributors for hotels, restaurants, and catering (HoReCa)
- Ethnic and specialty seafood markets in the U.S., Canada, and Japan
- Frozen seafood re-packagers and private label importers
Capabilities
- Operates a modern processing facility with over 10,000 square meters of plant space
- Daily processing capacity of 80–100 metric tons
- In-house cold storage and blast freezing systems to maintain product integrity
- Dedicated quality control team ensuring traceability from pond to plate
- Customization services including private labelling, size grading, and packaging formats
Certifications and Compliance
Zhenye Aquatic follows rigorous international food safety standards, holding the following certifications:
- HACCP (Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points)
- BRC (British Retail Consortium) Global Food Safety Standard
- FDA registration for exports to the United States
- EU Approval Number for seafood processing and export
- ISO 22000:2018 food safety management systems (as referenced in regional export documentation)
Customer Testimonials
“We've been importing catfish from Zhenye for more than 5 years. Consistent quality, timely delivery, and responsive customer service have made them our preferred supplier.”
— David L., Seafood Distributor, California
“Their grilled fish hotpot products have been a great hit among our retail Asian markets in Canada. High reorder rate.”
— Michelle Wong, Ethnic Grocery Buyer, Toronto
Major Achievements
- Recognized as a Top 10 Aquatic Product Exporter in Guangdong Province (2020)
- Maintains long-term partnerships with seafood distributors across 15+ countries
- Developed value-added product line tailored for ready-to-eat frozen meals
- Achieved zero rejection rate in EU and US-bound quality audits over the past 3 years
With its strategic location, decades of aquaculture experience, and global export capabilities, Zhenye Aquatic (Huilong) Ltd. stands as a reliable and quality-driven partner in the global seafood trade.