Fish Index — UK, Ireland & Nordic Fish & Seafood Industry Directory
Scottish smoked salmon is a globally renowned delicacy, central to Scotland's seafood industry. Key players like Marine Harvest (now Mowi) and Scottish Sea Farms are pivotal, with the pristine Scottish waters, particularly around the Shetland and Orkney Islands, providing ideal conditions for salmon farming, ensuring a high-quality product that underpins its international reputation.
Scotland boasts significant processing capacity, with facilities often located near aquaculture sites and major transport hubs. While not tied to specific ports like whitefish, Glasgow and Edinburgh serve as key distribution points for both domestic and international markets. The sector provides substantial employment in rural coastal communities and contributes significantly to Scotland's food exports, with notable trade to the EU and North America.