Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Seafood Processing Partner in New Bedford
Founded in 1910, Pier Fish has evolved from a small market into one of the Northeast USA's leading seafood processors, serving customers nationwide. As a fourth-generation family-owned business, we combine century-old traditions with modern technology to deliver superior seafood products. Our SQF-certified facility in New Bedford, MA, employs advanced processing systems and experienced professionals to ensure quality and safety.We maintain close partnerships with fishermen and prioritize sustainable sourcing, adhering to MSC standards and collaborating with fisheries experts. With a commitment to customization, we offer tailored packaging, labeling, and product formulations to meet diverse client needs while maintaining rigorous quality controls throughout our supply chain.
Services
Seafood Processing
Distribution
Custom Packaging
Value-Added Products
Sustainable Sourcing
Details
- Year established: 1910
Highlights and features
- Over 110 years of experience in the seafood industry
- SQF-certified facility ensuring food safety and quality
- Commitment to sustainable sourcing through MSC-certified fisheries
- Custom processing capabilities for unique client requirements
- Direct partnerships with North Atlantic and North Pacific fishermen
Associations and certifications
- SQF Certified
- Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Certified
Services
Seafood Processing
Our New Bedford facility combines high-speed technology with skilled craftsmanship to process seafood with precision. SQF-certified systems ensure safety while maintaining traditional quality standards. We handle wild-caught and farm-raised species from unloading to shipment, guaranteeing freshness through temperature-controlled environments and daily quality inspections.
Custom Packaging
We offer tailored packaging solutions including vacuum-sealed, IQF, and skin-pack options. Clients can choose private-label branding, unbranded packaging, or our True Tides brand. Our facility accommodates special labeling requirements and customized pack sizes to meet specific retail or foodservice needs.
Value-Added Products
Our dedicated production line creates ready-to-cook items like seasoned fillets, salmon burgers, and stuffed seafood. We develop custom formulations or adapt client recipes to produce innovative products that enhance marketability while maintaining strict quality controls throughout the process.
Sustainable Sourcing
We source exclusively from MSC-certified fisheries and responsibly managed operations. Our partnerships with North Atlantic and North Pacific fishermen ensure traceability while supporting ocean conservation. We collaborate with NOAA and fisheries councils to maintain sustainable practices across our supply chain.
Distribution
Our daily truck fleet ensures rapid delivery of fresh seafood from New Bedford to nationwide destinations. Temperature-controlled logistics maintain product integrity during transit. We prioritize timely shipments to preserve freshness, supporting retailers and restaurants with consistent inventory availability.
Questions
How long has Pier Fish been in business?
Pier Fish has operated continuously since 1910, making us one of the oldest seafood companies in the United States.
What sustainability certifications do you hold?
We are SQF-certified for food safety and source exclusively from Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)-certified fisheries.
Do you offer custom seafood products?
Yes, our facility creates custom formulations, packaging configurations, and labeling solutions tailored to client specifications.
Where are your processing facilities located?
Our 50,000-square-foot SQF-certified facility is located in New Bedford, Massachusetts, a major U.S. fishing port.
What types of seafood do you process?
We handle over 20 species including salmon, cod, halibut, scallops, shrimp, and tuna in fresh, frozen, and value-added forms.
