SeaSam Food AB, a Swedish company leader in the frozen food market, positively concluded Friend of the Sea audit for greasy back shrimps, Indian white and giant tiger prawns. Derived products can now display the international sustainability seal of approval.
SeaSam is equipped with a batch system which guarantees traceability from producer to customer. All catch zones and fishing vessels are well documented. A well-functioning database records all purchases and sales.
SeaSam is sourced in Indonesia. Prawns stocks are compliant with Friend of the Sea strict status requirements. Prawns are caught with selective trammel nets and artisanal fisheries.
“We are proud to have obtained the Friend of the Sea certification”, says Petter Rönnqvist, CEO of SeaSam Food AS. “This is a recognition which highlights our efforts towards the preservation of the marine habitat.”
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About SeaSam Food AB
Seasam Food AB is Swedish company operating in the frozen food market with a long and unique industry knowledge. After over 30 years SeaSam has a wide and established network of suppliers worldwide. Seasam Food AB holds the popular brand Ullmo in Sweden.
About Friend of the Sea
Friend of the Sea is an international certification program for products from sustainable fisheries and aquaculture. Over 350 companies in more than 50 countries have relied on Friend of the Sea to assess the sustainability of their seafood origins. Audits are run by independent certification bodies accredited by national accreditation institutes. Audits are run also on site and they are based on best and most updated available scientific data.
