Seafood Excellence Awards Finalists Announced

The Seafood Excellence Awards celebrate innovation in the seafood industry. This year’s competition highlights exceptional products that showcase quality and creativity.

Finalists for the 2025 Seafood Excellence Awards

The 2025 finalists for the prestigious awards have been revealed. This competition honors outstanding seafood products that deliver exceptional taste, convenience, and value. The awards highlight products that have entered the North American market within the past 18 months.

The winners will be announced on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at 3:30 pm EDT in the Wave Makers’ Zone. Attendees can explore the finalists’ entries in booth #3165 during the expo.

Recognizing Innovation in the Seafood Industry

The competition focus on product uniqueness, taste profile, packaging, and market potential. Industry experts will assess each entry based on these key criteria. Finalists will compete for two major awards: Best New Foodservice Product and Best New Retail Product.

Foodservice Category Finalists

• American Unagi, Inc. – Gluten Free Eel Kabayaki Fillet

• Clearwater Seafoods – Breaded Arctic Surf Clams

• St. Ours & Co., LLC – St. Ours Crab Broth

Retail Category Finalists

• Channel Fish Processing – Spanakopita Wild Blue Catfish

• Clearwater Seafoods – Arctic Surf Clams in Brine

• Eastern Fish Co. – Shrimp Bao Bun

• Icy Waters, LLC – Atlantic Salmon with Guinness Sweet Honey Mustard Melt & Panko Crumb

• Multi X – Latitude 45 Smoked Salmon Charcuterie Board

• Naera Icelandic Snacks – Næra® Ranch Salmon Crunchy Fish Bites

• Patagonia Seafarms – Salmon Kefta Kebabs

• Thunder’s Catch – Wild Salmon Curry

Experience the Seafood Excellence Awards in Person

The Seafood Excellence Awards spotlight innovation in the seafood industry. Explore the competition and discover the latest trends at the expo. Visit the event to stay informed about leading seafood products.

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