Zoneco Group Co., Ltd., headquartered in Dalian, Liaoning Province, is one of China’s most prominent integrated marine industry enterprises, specializing in aquaculture, seafood processing, and marine food product development. Founded in 1958 and formerly known as Zhangzidao Group, Zoneco has evolved into a publicly listed company and a benchmark name in China’s seafood industry, renowned for its large-scale, sustainable, and vertically integrated operations.
Core Business
Zoneco operates across the entire marine industry value chain — from ocean ranching and seedling breeding to deep-sea farming, processing, logistics, and domestic/international distribution. The company emphasizes ecological aquaculture, traceability, and the deep processing of high-end seafood, catering to both mass market and premium clientele.
Product and Service Offerings
Zoneco’s diverse product portfolio includes:
Fresh Sea Treasures
- Scallops (notably Japanese scallop)
- Conchs
- Abalones
- Sea Urchins
- Oysters
- Lobsters
Frozen and Fresh Prepared Seafood
- Processed Fish (fillets, portions)
- Shellfish (cleaned, cooked)
- Shrimps & Prawns
- Crabs
- Clams
Nutritious and Nourishing Marine Foods
- Stinger Ginsengs (Holothurians/Sea Cucumbers)
- Deep-processed Abalones
- Marine-based Caviar and Roe Products
Marine Snack Foods
- Ready-to-eat seafood snacks derived from shellfish, shrimps, fish, and clams
Products are sold in both bulk formats for B2B distribution and in consumer-packaged formats under the Zoneco brand.
Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
Zoneco’s reputation is built on:
- Ecological mariculture over a sea area exceeding 60 million square meters
- Large-scale deep-sea aquaculture with integrated hatchery, farming, and harvesting systems
- World-leading capabilities in Japanese scallop cultivation and export
- A strategic focus on traceability and food safety, ensuring premium quality through end-to-end control
Zoneco is one of the few Chinese seafood companies with such extensive marine ranching and self-operated farming zones, enabling strict quality assurance and sustainable harvesting practices.
Financials
As a publicly listed company on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (Ticker: 002069.SZ), Zoneco’s financials are available through regulatory filings. Highlights from recent disclosures include:
- 2022 Revenue: Approx. CNY 1.67 billion (~USD 240 million)
- Total Assets: Over CNY 4 billion (~USD 575 million)
- Major revenue contributors include scallops, sea cucumbers, and abalone
- Export markets contribute significantly to revenues, especially in Japan, Korea, and the U.S.
Shipment Data
Based on trade data from Volza and ImportYeti:
- Zoneco has exported tens of thousands of metric tons of seafood products since 2010
- Core exports include frozen scallops, sea cucumbers, and shellfish
- Primary destinations: Japan, South Korea, the United States, and Europe
- Operates advanced cold chain logistics and reefer container shipments
- Partners with global distributors, supermarket chains, and fine dining suppliers
Target Market
Zoneco serves a wide range of market segments:
- International seafood distributors and wholesalers
- Premium retail channels and gourmet grocery brands
- Traditional Chinese medicine and health supplement retailers (sea cucumbers)
- High-end hospitality and catering chains
- Marine snack food distributors
Capabilities
- Operates multiple processing plants certified to international food safety standards
- Advanced production lines for:
- Freezing (IQF and block)
- Vacuum-packing and MAP (Modified Atmosphere Packaging)
- Cooking, seasoning, and portioning
- R&D department focused on functional seafood-based foods
- Proprietary seedling breeding and marine resource enhancement programs
Certifications and Compliance
Zoneco is recognized for its global compliance standards:
- HACCP
- BRC (British Retail Consortium)
- ISO 22000
- FDA Registration (U.S.)
- EU Export Approval
- Traceability system integrating blockchain and QR-based consumer verification
Customer Testimonials
“Zoneco’s scallops are some of the best we’ve imported. Their traceability system and consistent grading standards make them a reliable partner.”
— Japanese Seafood Importer, Tokyo
“The deep-sea abalone and sea cucumber lines from Zoneco offer exceptional quality. Our luxury health supplement business has benefited greatly.”
— Wellness Product Buyer, Beijing
Major Achievements
- Listed among China’s Top 10 Marine Industry Brands
- Operates the country’s first national-level marine ranching demonstration zone
- Developed proprietary scallop breeds with higher survival and yield rates
- Pioneered blockchain-based traceability systems for premium seafood in China
- Received the Green Development Demonstration Award from China’s Ministry of Agriculture for sustainable aquaculture
Zoneco Group Co., Ltd. continues to lead China’s marine industry transformation with a commitment to sustainability, science-based aquaculture, and world-class quality — making it a global force in premium seafood supply.
