Business Details
45 Years
experience
Trusted Global Seafood Supplier in New Bedford, MA
Founded in 1981, East Coast Seafood has established itself as a global leader in premium seafood products, specializing in lobster, scallops, snow crab, and cold-water shrimp. Our vertically integrated supply chain ensures unmatched freshness and quality, supported by GFSI-certified facilities in New Bedford, Massachusetts, the #1 fishing port in the US. With over 43 years of industry expertise, we serve food service and retail markets across North America, Europe, and Asia. Our commitment to sustainability is demonstrated through initiatives like our One for One lobster restocking program and BAP Chain of Custody certification.We operate two state-of-the-art facilities totaling 152,000 square feet, offering value-added processing, freezing, and packaging solutions. Our team of 350 professionals combines deep industry knowledge with innovative practices to meet evolving consumer demands. From harvest to delivery, we maintain strict quality controls and environmental responsibility standards. Our educational programs, including Lobster 101 and Scallop 101, empower customers with specialized knowledge. As a family-owned business, we prioritize community relationships and sustainable practices that benefit both our partners and the ocean ecosystem.
Services
Lobster
Scallops
Snow Crab
Cold-Water Shrimp
Value-Added Seafood
Retail Appetizers
Tray Pack Processing
Spiral Freezing
Nitrogen Freezing
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- 43 years of specialized seafood industry expertise
- Vertically integrated supply chain from harvest to delivery
- GFSI-certified facilities with 152,000 sq ft production capacity
- BAP Chain of Custody certified sustainability practices
- Innovative value-added product development and packaging solutions
Associations and certifications
- BAP
Services
Lobster
East Coast Seafood provides premium North American lobster sourced through sustainable practices. Our vertically integrated supply chain ensures freshness from harvest to delivery. We offer various lobster products for food service and retail markets.
Scallops
We supply high-quality North American scallops with strict quality controls. Our GFSI-certified facilities ensure product integrity through advanced processing and freezing technologies for optimal freshness and texture.
Value-Added Seafood
Our value-added seafood line includes pre-prepared meals and innovative retail products. We offer tray pack, skin pack, and frozen options designed for consumer convenience and food service efficiency.
Sustainability Programs
We implement sustainability initiatives including BAP-certified practices and our One for One lobster restocking program. Our educational programs promote industry knowledge while reducing environmental impact through resource optimization.
Global Distribution
We distribute seafood products across 20+ countries in North America, Europe, and Asia. Our logistics network ensures timely delivery of fresh and frozen seafood products to major retailers and food service providers.
Questions
What seafood products does East Coast Seafood offer?
We specialize in lobster, scallops, snow crab, cold-water shrimp, and value-added seafood products for both food service and retail markets.
Where does East Coast Seafood operate?
We serve customers across North America, Europe, and Asia from our facilities in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
Is East Coast Seafood committed to sustainability?
Yes, we maintain BAP Chain of Custody certification and operate a One for One lobster restocking program to support ocean sustainability.
How does East Coast Seafood ensure product quality?
Our vertically integrated supply chain and GFSI-certified facilities ensure strict quality control from harvest to delivery.
What facilities does East Coast Seafood have?
We operate two state-of-the-art facilities totaling 152,000 sq ft with capabilities in freezing, tray pack, skin pack, and value-added processing.
