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Aberdeen, a pivotal hub in the Scottish seafood industry, plays a significant role in the processing and distribution of shrimp, particularly North Sea prawns (Nephrops norvegicus), often referred to as langoustines. Its strategic coastal location provides direct access to rich fishing grounds, making it a key landing and processing point for this valuable shellfish. Companies like Thistle Seafoods and International Fish Canners contribute to Aberdeen's reputation as a centre for quality shrimp products.
Aberdeen boasts robust seafood processing infrastructure, with several facilities dedicated to shrimp sorting, peeling, and freezing, catering to both domestic and international markets. Peterhead, Europe's largest whitefish port, also sees significant langoustine landings, which often feed into Aberdeen's processing sector. The shrimp trade supports numerous jobs in fishing, processing, and logistics within the region, with a notable proportion of processed product destined for European and Asian markets, highlighting Aberdeen's global reach in the seafood supply chain.
Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
Peterhead, Aberdeenshire