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NEW ENGLAND SEAFOODS CHAMPIONS SUSTAINABILITY AT THE CITY FOOD & DRINK LECTURE 2025
March 26, 2025
New England Seafoods Champions Sustainability at The City Food & Drink Lecture 2025. New England Seafoods (NESI) made a compelling presentation at The City Food & Drink Lecture 2025 in the Future Generation Forum, emphasising its commitment to sustainability, responsible sourcing, and industry leadership.
A Purpose-Driven Organisation
NESI is a purpose-led company with a mission to make a positive impact on both people and the planet. Their core philosophy revolves around enhancing lives through fish, ensuring fair treatment across their supply chain, and minimising their environmental footprint.
Sustainability at the Heart of Operations
At the forefront of NESI’s presentation was their dedication to sustainable seafood sourcing. Ruth Hoban, Head of Sustainability, stressed the importance of responsible sourcing for the health of the oceans and the longevity of the seafood industry. She highlighted NESI’s ongoing efforts to work with industry partners to innovate and create sustainable supply chains.
The ‘Plate to Sea’ Model
NESI introduced their unique ‘Plate to Sea’ model, which reinforces their approach to responsible seafood sourcing, transparency, and quality assurance. This model ensures that all seafood products are carefully sourced, processed, and delivered in alignment with their sustainability goals.
Three Key Market Channels
The company outlined its three primary routes to market:
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Retail Private Label – Supplying high-quality seafood to retailers under their private labels.
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NESI Brands – Including Leap and Fish Said Fred, their own consumer-facing brands.
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Foodservice Channel – Providing seafood solutions to restaurants and catering businesses.
Global Procurement Expertise
NESI’s procurement team plays a critical role in ensuring the company sources fish ethically and sustainably. The team collaborates with global partners to maintain high standards and fair working conditions, demonstrating their dedication to both people and the environment.
Investing in People
A key highlight of NESI’s presentation was its commitment to its workforce. Testimonials from employees such as Olivia Woodford, Head of New Product Development, and Renatas Stabinskas, Factory Manager in Chessington, showcased the company’s focus on career development, teamwork, and leadership opportunities.
Looking to the Future
NESI concluded its presentation with a call to action for greater collaboration within the industry to drive sustainability forward. With innovation, responsible sourcing, and people-centric leadership at its core, NESI continues to set benchmarks in the seafood industry.
Their appearance at The City Food & Drink Lecture 2025 reinforced their reputation as a forward-thinking company dedicated to positive change for both the seafood industry and the planet.
