FishMatch Group Expands to Global Aquaculture and Seafood Marketplace, Connecting Producers with International Buyers

FishMatch extends its services from aquaculture project development to international sourcing of fish, shrimp, shellfish and other aquatic products.

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — FishMatch Group announced the expansion of its B2B marketplace into international sourcing of aquaculture and seafood products, connecting producers and exporters with commercial buyers worldwide. The expansion extends FishMatch’s services beyond aquaculture project development and equipment procurement to support international trade in farmed fish, shrimp, shellfish and other aquatic products.

The new marketplace expands FishMatch’s role across the aquaculture value chain, from initial project planning, hatchery development and farming infrastructure to harvesting, processing, cold-chain management and access to international markets. Through FishMatch Group, producers can explore opportunities to bring their products to international buyers, while importers, processors, distributors, wholesalers and food-service companies can submit structured sourcing requests based on their commercial requirements.

The market opportunity is substantial. According to the OECD–FAO Agricultural Outlook 2025–2034, global aquaculture production of aquatic animals is projected to increase by 20% by 2034, reaching approximately 118 million tonnes. Shrimp and prawns are expected to be among the fastest-growing categories, with aquaculture production projected to increase by 38% over the outlook period. These projections highlight aquaculture’s expanding role in global food supply and the opportunities for connecting producers with international markets.

“Our expansion into international aquaculture and seafood sourcing represents a natural next step for FishMatch,” said Anna Morgan, Media and Communications Director at FishMatch Group. “We support aquaculture projects from initial planning and production infrastructure through to the commercial stage. By connecting producers with international buyers, we are extending our role across the value chain and creating new opportunities for both producers and buyers.”

The expanded marketplace covers a broad range of commercially traded aquatic products, including salmon, trout, tilapia, seabass, seabream, shrimp, prawns, oysters, mussels and other seafood varieties, subject to supplier availability and buyer requirements. FishMatch also supports sourcing opportunities involving specialty and higher-value products, where species, origin, production methods, processing standards and certifications can play an important role in purchasing decisions.

Shrimp represents an important category within the marketplace, including vannamei, black tiger and other commercially relevant varieties. Sourcing opportunities may include premium size grades, head-on or headless products, peeled and deveined shrimp, individually quick frozen (IQF) formats and certified production. Black tiger shrimp, for example, has established demand in specialized wholesale and food-service markets, while differentiated production and processing methods can create additional opportunities for suppliers serving specific buyer requirements.

Beyond shrimp, FishMatch supports commercial sourcing of fresh, chilled and frozen fish, whole fish, fillets, processed seafood, shellfish and other aquatic products, including seaweed where relevant. Buyers may seek products for food processing, retail, hospitality, distribution or international wholesale programmes. Product specifications, production capacity, pricing and availability are confirmed through the relevant commercial sourcing process.

Innovation and production efficiency remain central to FishMatch’s broader activities. The platform supports aquaculture projects involving recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS), hatcheries, fish farming, shrimp farming, offshore and inland aquaculture, water-quality monitoring, automated feeding, aeration, disease monitoring, seafood processing and cold-chain infrastructure. By connecting these upstream production capabilities with downstream commercial opportunities, FishMatch aims to support aquaculture businesses from project conception through production and ultimately to international buyers.

Responsible production, traceability and market readiness are important considerations in international seafood trade. Producers and exporters may be asked to provide information about farming operations, processing facilities, production capacity, food-safety documentation, traceability and certifications relevant to the destination market. Requirements vary by species, country and product category, and suppliers and buyers remain responsible for meeting applicable regulatory and commercial requirements.

The marketplace operates through a structured, human-reviewed sourcing process. International buyers submit requests specifying their required products, species, grades, processing formats, quantities, destinations and delivery schedules. FishMatch reviews each request, identifies potentially suitable producers and exporters, and coordinates commercial discussions and the presentation of offers. This approach supports both larger-volume commodity requirements and more specialized sourcing needs.

FishMatch operates as an independent sourcing and procurement facilitator. It does not own or operate aquaculture farms, manufacture equipment, hold seafood inventory or certify regulatory compliance. Products are supplied by independent producers and exporters, with commercial terms, availability and applicable certifications confirmed during the sourcing process.

The expansion forms part of Global B2B Group’s broader marketplace strategy, connecting industrial and agricultural project development with international trade in the goods produced. Alongside FishMatch’s aquaculture activities, the group’s specialist platforms support sourcing opportunities across agricultural produce, specialty fruits, eggs, poultry products and other commercial goods.

International importers, distributors, processors, wholesalers and commercial buyers can begin a sourcing request through the FishMatch seafood marketplace. Aquaculture producers, seafood exporters, equipment manufacturers and other relevant suppliers interested in international commercial opportunities can apply through the Global B2B Group partner program.

About FishMatch Group

FishMatch Group is Global B2B Group’s specialist aquaculture platform, supporting aquaculture project planning, equipment and input procurement, and international sourcing of seafood and aquatic products. Its activities span hatcheries, fish and shrimp farms, recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS), aquaculture technology, processing infrastructure and connections between qualified producers and international buyers. FishMatch coordinates sourcing and commercial communications as an independent facilitator and does not operate aquaculture facilities, own product inventory or certify regulatory compliance.

Anna Morgan
FishMatch Group
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