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Fishing for a
Better Future

At T & S Seafood International, sustainability is not a marketing term — it is the foundation of every decision we make, from the vessels we work with to the packaging we ship in.

🎣 Responsible Sourcing 👨‍👩‍👧 Community First ♻️ Waste Reduction 🌊 Ocean Conservation
Our Four Pillars

A Commitment to the Ocean & Community

Sustainability shapes how we source, process, package, and partner — guided by four core pillars that govern everything we do.

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Responsible Sourcing

We work exclusively with licensed fishing vessels operating within regulated catch quotas. Species-by-species sustainability assessments govern our sourcing decisions, with preference for vessels using selective gear to minimise by-catch.

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Ocean Conservation

We contribute to local and international marine conservation programmes, supporting healthy fish stocks and reef ecosystems around Sri Lanka's coastline. Our team participates in annual coastal clean-up initiatives.

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Community Livelihoods

We have built long-term, fair-price partnerships with local fishing families across Sri Lanka's coastal communities — ensuring stable incomes, safe working conditions, and dignity in the supply chain.

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Waste & Packaging

We operate a zero-waste processing target — by-products are directed to fish meal and fertilizer programmes. Our export packaging increasingly uses recycled and recyclable materials, reducing landfill impact.

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Catch Monitoring

Third-party verification of catch data and species declarations for all major market shipments. We maintain detailed records for full transparency with import regulators and buyers.

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Energy & Emissions

Our cold-chain infrastructure uses energy-efficient refrigeration systems. We are actively reviewing our logistics footprint with a view to reducing overall Scope 3 emissions per tonne of product shipped.

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100%
Licensed Vessel Partners
200+
Fishing Families Supported
Zero
Target Landfill Waste from Processing
15+
Years Sustainable Practice
Sri Lanka fishing boats responsible sourcing
Responsible Sourcing

Traceable from
Boat to Box

Full supply chain traceability is not just a regulatory requirement for us — it is a promise to our buyers that every product they receive has been sourced with integrity.

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Vessel Verification

All fishing vessels are verified for valid licenses, gear compliance, and quota adherence before being approved as supply partners.

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Catch Documentation

Species, catch area, date, and vessel ID are recorded and attached to every production batch from landing to export.

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Lab Testing

Independent microbiological and heavy metal testing conducted on every production batch before shipment.

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Certified Export

Shipments leave with full documentation — health certificates, catch certificates, and traceability records available to buyers on request.

Community & People

Uplifting the Hands
That Feed the World

Behind every shipment is a network of Sri Lankan fishing families who have trusted us as their long-term buyer for over a decade. We believe that fair trade begins at the source.

200+Fishing families with whom we maintain long-term purchasing relationships
Fair PriceMarket-competitive, stable pricing agreed seasonally — no exploitative spot buying
Safe HandlingTraining provided to vessel crews on safe food handling and hygiene standards
Local JobsOur processing facility employs residents from surrounding Badalgama communities
Sri Lanka fishing community
Packaging & Waste

Moving Toward
Zero Waste

Our packaging and by-product programmes are designed to close the loop on waste — from the processing floor to the final consumer.

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Recycled Polystyrene Programme

We are transitioning away from virgin EPS boxes toward recycled-content and biodegradable alternatives for our air-freight fresh products.

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By-Product Utilisation

Fish heads, frames, and trimmings from processing are directed to certified fish meal and organic fertilizer producers — nothing goes to landfill.

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Recyclable Master Cartons

All export master cartons use FSC-certified cardboard. We are exploring ocean-waste plastic-based packaging for select product lines.

Our Commitments

What We Promise
to Every Stakeholder

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No IUU Fishing

We strictly prohibit supply from vessels identified as participating in Illegal, Unreported, or Unregulated fishing activity.

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No Forced Labour

All supply chain partners are vetted for fair labour practices. We conduct periodic supplier audits to verify compliance.

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Transparent Catch Data

Buyers may request species-level catch documentation and area-of-origin certificates for any shipment.

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Seasonal Species Respect

We observe Sri Lanka's seasonal fishing bans and do not source restricted species during protection periods.

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Continuous Improvement

We publish annual sustainability self-assessments and benchmark against global responsible seafood frameworks.

Sourcing Sustainably?
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If your business has specific sustainability requirements — MSC traceability, carbon-footprint documentation, or ethical sourcing declarations — we would love to discuss how we can meet your needs.

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