Sustainability Policy

Sogelco International as a producer, marketer and trader of fish and shellfish assumes its responsibilities in the safeguarding of sustainable fisheries through its commitment to work only with fish and shellfish that are well managed and controlled based on recognized scientific assessments. Sogelco International’s wild and farmed fish, crustaceans and shellfish are from sustainable fishing and farming methods. Sustainable management practices are crucial to the future of the fishery.

Our processing plants are deeply involved in the conservation and improvement of the lobster biomass in Canada. The lobster fishery is based on key conservation procedures (carapace size limit, limited number of licenses, seasonal fishery, trap escape mechanisms for undersized lobsters, release of female lobsters bearing eggs, …) that guarantee environmentally responsible methods of harvest and processing. These methods ensure biological diversity, specie durability, wildlife protection as well as socio-economic benefits.

Seafood Processing Guarantees

Sogelco International production lines use recognized standards and have regular audits, certified by a third-party company. Sogelco International plants located in PEI and New Brunswick, Canada are provincially licensed and federally registered to ensure that the highest quality of food safety and handling practices are employed. The plants are HACCP certified by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency of the Canadian government. They meet all the requirements of the QMP standards (Quality Management) and are registered with FDA in the United States. All products are processed in accordance with the requirements of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulations 21, CFR part 123 to comply with FDA’s policy on food allergens. Our plants are also certified for export to the European Union.