INDUSTRY NEWS
DRASTIC CUT IN MACKEREL QUOTA
The European Union has reduced the mackerel quota for the Atlantic fleet by 90%. This measure is in response to historic overfishing and the lack of quota agreements, which has led to a global shortage of North Atlantic mackerel.
Scientists have suggested a 70% reduction by 2026, setting the limit at 174,357 tonnes. The EU has adopted this proposed cut and members have set a provisional catch limit of 90% of the recommended level for the first half of the year.
This significant decrease in the Atlantic mackerel fishing quota has caused a global shortage of this resource, leading the price of mackerel Scomber japonicus to skyrocket.
PHOSPHATE PROBLEM IN CHINA
China is currently carrying out phosphate checks on Peruvian giant squid, banning the import of products over the limit of 5 g/kg.
However, the regulation is being applied without distinguishing between added phosphates and those that are naturally present in the product. Due to their natural composition, some untreated products may reach or exceed this limit without the addition of phosphates.
This rigid interpretation of the regulations is leading to unjustified rejections and negatively affecting trade, even though the products comply with food quality and safety standards.
PLUMMET IN SOUTH AFRICAN SQUID
The squid catching season in South Africa has given very negative results at the year end, with December being the worst month in the last eight years.
This data contrasts significantly with previous years’ campaigns at the same time, representing a 60% drop compared to 2023 and an 80% drop compared to 2024, accompanied by a clear predominance of small individuals.
There is a clear downward trend that has not been corrected, despite the slight pick up noted last year, and there is considerable concern in the South African fishing sector over the persistent shortage of raw materials.
New Meeting in Qingdao
Interatlantic had the pleasure of taking part in the China Fisheries & Seafood Expo 2025, held from October 29 to 31 in Qingdao, the most important event in the fisheries and aquaculture sector in Asia. In this edition, together with Peruvian Sea Food (our plant in Paita), we were part of the Peruvian delegation, which promoted the presence of national exporting companies under the leadership of PROMPERÚ.
INTER PARTY – CONXEMAR 2025
This October, on the occasion of Conxemar 2025, Interatlantic held its annual party in Vigo, our headquarters, drawing together customers, suppliers and companies from all over the world.
Conxemar is an international meeting point for the frozen fish sector. The exhibition promotes innovation, sets trends in seafood and logistics, and consolidates Vigo as the world frozen food capital.
It was an ideal occasion to meet again, to strengthen relationships with our customers, suppliers and collaborators. See you next year!
Record-Breaking Edition in Barcelona
Interatlantic was present at the 2025 Seafood Expo Global in Barcelona. Hundreds of clients and suppliers visited us at our stand during a record-breaking event that brought together more than 35,000 international professionals from the sector.
More than 2,000 exhibiting companies from 87 countries consolidated this edition as one of the world’s largest seafood trade fairs.