A total of 38 products have been shortlisted for this year’s awards, including 8 in the HORECA category and 30 in the retail category
Finalists span 17 countries worldwide, reflecting the global scope of the competition
Winners will be revealed on Tuesday 21 April 2026, during the 32nd edition of Seafood Expo Global/Seafood Processing Global in Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona, 7 April 2026 –Seafood Expo Global/Seafood Processing Global, has announced 38 finalists for the 2026 Seafood Excellence Global Awards. The winners will be revealed during a reception taking place on the opening day of the Expo, held from 21–23 April 2026 at Fira de Barcelona’s Gran Via venue in Barcelona, Spain.
The Seafood Excellence Global Awards recognize outstanding seafood products showcased at the Expo, offering a snapshot of innovation and emerging trends across the industry. All submitted products will be displayed throughout the three-day event at the Seafood Excellence Global stand, located in the Galleria between halls 4 and 5.
Two top awards will be presented for Best Retail Product and Best HORECA (Hotel/Restaurant/Catering) Product. In addition, four special awards will highlight achievements in innovation, convenience, retail packaging and seafood product line.
This year’s 38 finalists represent 17 countries, marking an increase of two countries compared to last year.
The finalists in the HORECA category are:
- Ferguson Australia Pty Ltd. – Southern Rock Lobster Frozen Half (Australia)
- Frais Embal – Salmon Roll (France)
- Golden Fresh Sdn Bhd – BBQ Rice Paper Breaded Salmon Tenders (Malaysia)
- Golden Fresh Sdn Bhd – Crevettes Black Diamond (Malaysia)
- Hätälä Oy – Warm-Smoked Salmon Crumble (Finland)
- Huîtres Legris – Öystar Elixir (France)
- Kalaneuvos Oy – Crispy Rainbow Trout Schnitzel (Finland)
- Stolt Sea Farm – Turbot Steaks (Spain)
The finalists in the Retail category are:
- Azurmar Seafood S.L. – Palourdes Européennes Ruditapes Decussatus (Morocco)
- Dardanel Dis Ticaret A.S. – Cook in the Bag – Seabass Fillet (Turkey)
- Dardanel Dis Ticaret A.S. – Smoked Trout Steak (Turkey)
- Dardanel Dis Ticaret A.S. – Tuna & Basmati Rice (Turkey)
- Friultrota di Pighin srl – Regina di San Daniele – Kyoto Gravlax (Italy)
- Friultrota di Pighin srl – Regina di San Daniele – Sana’a Gravlax (Italy)
- Golden Fresh Sdn Bhd – Lightly Seasoned Lemon and Dill Black Cod Portion in Pouch (Malaysia)
- Golden Fresh Sdn Bhd – Sunburst Citrus & Dill Half Lobster (Malaysia)
- Hätälä Oy – Fish & Veggie Nuggets with Dip (Finland)
- Iceco Fish – Herring Tartare – Scandinavian Style (Lithuania)
- L’Assiette Bleue – Burger de Cabillaud – Panure Graines (France)
- Lerøy Seafood Group – Fish Taco Sticks – Jalapeño & Lime (Norway)
- Multi X S.A – Latitude 45 Charcuterie Board (Chile)
- Ocean’s 67 B.V. – Hybrid Salmon (Netherlands)
- Pickenpack Seafoods GmbH – Alaska Pollock Fillet Portions with Fermented Garlic Marinade (Germany)
- Resko Sp. z o.o. – Clean Label Seafood (Poland)
- Reunimer – Marlin Gravelax (France)
- Reunimer – Swordfish Sarcives (France)
- Sykes Seafoods – Argentinian Red Shrimp with Chimichurri Butter (United Kingdom)
- Sykes Seafoods – Ultimate Lobster, Prawn & Crayfish Cocktail (United Kingdom)
- Sykes Seafoods – XXL North Atlantic Scallops with Garlic & Herb Butter (United Kingdom)
- Van Duc Tien Giang Food Export Company – Potato Cups with Fish (Vietnam)
- Vega Salmon A/S – Captain Salmo’s Vienna-Style Salmon Sausages (Denmark)
- Vensy España, S.A. – Smoked Salmon Sirloin + Guacamole (Spain)
- Viciunai Group – Viči Cold-Smoked Sliced Atlantic Salmon Loin (Lithuania)
- Viciunai Group – Viči Herring Jerky Black Garlic, Sumac and Chilli (Lithuania)
- Viciunai Group – Viči High-Protein Surimi Stick (Lithuania)
- Viciunai Group – Viči Salmon Meal Deal (Lithuania)
- Viciunai Group – Viči Salmon Pop Bites – Lemon Flavor (Lithuania)
- Viciunai Group – Viči Smoked Herring Slices – Natural (Lithuania)
All submitted products, including the finalists, can also be viewed on the event’s website at Seafood Excellence Global Awards Products
In addition to the Seafood Excellence Global Awards, the Seafood Excellence Awards are held annually at Seafood Expo North America in Boston and the Seafood Excellence Asia Awards are held annually at Seafood Expo Asia in Singapore. All three awards are organized by Diversified, producer of Seafood Expo Global/Seafood Processing Global, Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America and Seafood Expo Asia/Seafood Processing Asia.
Seafood industry buyers and professionals can learn more about Seafood Expo Global/Seafood Processing Global and register to attend by visiting www.seafoodexpo.com/global.
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Seafood Expo Global and Seafood Processing Global make up the world’s largest seafood trade show. Thousands of buyers and sellers from around the world attend the three-day annual event to meet, connect, and do business. Buyers include importers, exporters, wholesalers, restaurants, supermarkets, hotels, and other companies in the retail and foodservice sectors. Exhibitors showcase the latest innovations in seafood products, processing and packaging machinery, and services for the seafood industry. SeafoodSource.com is the official media partner of the event. The organizer is Diversified, the international leader in seafood events and media. www.seafoodexpo.com/global
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