ARCTIC TRADERS LTD.

About Arctic Traders

Founded in 1993, Arctic Traders specialises in the procurement of fresh and frozen seafood for leading European processors, Restaurant Groups, Food Service and Retailers.

We pride ourselves on our passionate, dynamic and flexible approach, utilising the know how we have gained in over 20 years experience within the Seafood sector.

Our Products are sourced from a truly global supply base. We have stringent supplier selection criteria and only source our seafood from approved establishments that meet the technical and ethical standards that we demand.  We have a robust policy on sourcing and work only with well managed fisheries. Arctic Traders is Marine Stewardship / Aquaculture Stewardship Council certified.

We aim to buy our products as close to the source as possible; thereby reducing lead times, shortening supply chains and removing costs.  To meet our customers' demanding needs, we travel the world to find new and exciting products to bring to the UK

Recognising our customers' need for reliability and continuity of supply is a vital part of our business. We can offer our clients best in class logistics and warehousing which together with a short supply chain model ensures we deliver what you need and when you need it.

Seafood Producers Cooperative (SPC)

Arctic Traders Ltd is the UK sales office for Seafood Producers Cooperative.

SPC is North America's oldest and most successful Fisherman's cooperative. SPC  was formed over 70  years ago by a group of fishermen who realised that the best way to process and market their own fish was via a cooperative.

There are currently 515 member owners fishing with hook & line only "One Hook, One Fish"

SPC produces Salmon, Halibut, Sablefish (Black Cod) and Albacore Tuna.

  • ARCTIC TRADERS

    Incorporated in 1993, Arctic Traders specialises in the procurement of fresh and frozen seafood for leading European processors, Restaurant Groups, Food Service companies and retailers.

  • VALUES

    • To build long term, sustainable partnerships with both customers and suppliers.
    • Integrity and transparency is at heart of 
      everything we do.
    • We have a vested interest in Seafood Stewardship. Sourcing seafood in a responsible manner is key to ensuring fish stocks are plentiful for future generations.
    • Creating value for our customers strengthens our business.
  • MISSION

    To be the first choice for premium quality, responsibly sourced seafood within the Hospitality/Restaurant, Food-service and Retail sectors.

  • QUALITY ASSURANCE

    Food safety is a key fundamental to our business. We audit our supply chains against industry recognised standards to ensure they meet the stringent requirements we demand.

    We test and monitor our seafood both at source and here in the UK to ensure our customers can buy with absolute confidence time and time again.