Inside Iran’s Growing Seafood Export Industry: 5 Numbers You Should Know
1. Over 50,000 Metric Tons of Seafood Exported Annually
According to Iran’s Fisheries Organization and trade reports from 2023, Iran exports more than 50,000 metric tons of seafood per year — including fish, shrimp, cuttlefish, and more.
This volume translates to over $300 million USD in export value, reflecting Iran’s strengthening role in the global seafood trade.
Source: [Iran Fisheries Organization – irna.ir, 2023]
2. Hormozgan Province Drives Over 60% of These Exports
Southern coastal provinces — especially Hormozgan (home to Bandar Lengeh and Bandar Abbas) — handle the majority of this volume.
More than 60% of Iran’s seafood exports are shipped through ports on the Persian Gulf, with cold chain logistics, reefer trucks, and verified processing facilities located near the shoreline.
3. Top 5 Export Destinations (Estimated by Volume)
The largest buyers of Iranian seafood include:
| Country | Estimated Volume (Metric Tons) |
|---|---|
| China | 16,000 MT |
| Vietnam | 9,000 MT |
| India | 7,500 MT |
| UAE | 6,800 MT |
| Russia | 6,200 MT |
These markets prioritize species like Ribbon Fish, Spanish Mackerel, and Cuttlefish, with consistent orders year-round.
4. Compliance and Packaging Standards Are Improving Rapidly
Iran’s exporters are adapting to international market expectations by investing in:
HACCP and IVO-certified processing plants
Insulated and traceable packaging
Batch labeling, export documentation, and temperature controls
This shift allows Iranian seafood to enter ports in Asia-Pacific, Gulf States, and Europe without issue.
5. Brismo Aquaculture Is Supporting Smarter, Data-Driven Export Operations
At Brismo, we align our sourcing and packaging strategy with these market trends.
We work with registered exporters and cold storage hubs in Bandar Lengeh to ensure that fish are handled according to real buyer requirements — not assumptions.
This includes:
Tracking catch zones
Pre-export product matching
Country-specific packaging
Live quote and shipping support
Looking Ahead: A Market Ready to Expand
As global seafood demand rises, Iran is set to become a more reliable and data-driven supplier.
Brismo Aquaculture is positioned to help importers access quality products from southern Iran with greater transparency and trust.
From statistics to shipping — we manage what matters.
