On August, 2024, the Seatrace International and PYC Foods teams had the pleasure of visiting Gallagher Irish Premium Oysters' farm in Donegal, Ireland. This family-owned and managed business has been a cornerstone of oyster farming in the region for 25 years, operating in the pristine waters of a warm, clear bay on Ireland's unspoiled west coast.

At the recent WOFEX (World Food Expo), the largest and most impactful food trade show in the Philippines, TAO Community proudly clinched the award for Best Booth. This prestigious recognition highlights their innovative and engaging presentation at the event, which continues to be a major highlight in the food and hospitality industry.

On August 1, 2024, Seatrace International was honored to participate in the WOFEX (World Food Expo) conference, focusing on "Food Fraud - Revealing The Truth Behind Your Food Choices." Held at the World Trade Center Metro Manila, the event brought together industry leaders to discuss crucial issues surrounding food traceability and sustainability.

In celebration of World Oceans Day, Seatrace International partnered with chefs from Marriott International Philippines to showcase a variety of sustainable seafood offerings. This special event highlighted the importance of ocean conservation and the role of responsible seafood sourcing in preserving marine ecosystems.

Seatrace International recently had the honor of hosting a special group of visitors from seven different fishing communities across Subic, Mindoro, and Palawan. The Learning Visit program, initiated by Better Seafood Philippines, provided a platform for these communities to share their experiences and insights into responsible seafood sourcing practices.

Seatrace International recently joined an exclusive Omakase tasting event hosted by Glacier 51, featuring the exquisite, sustainably sourced Patagonian Toothfish. The event brought together Seatrace’s business partners, including Dylan Skinns and Samuel Colvin, for a memorable culinary experience.

In March 2024, Seatrace International was proud to participate in the prestigious Boston Seafood Show, a leading event for global seafood industry professionals. Christian Schmidradner, Managing Partner of Seatrace, took center stage as a featured speaker at the MSC Yellowfin Tuna Event, where he shared valuable insights on sustainability practices in the seafood sector.

In February 2024, Seatrace International, under the leadership of Christian Schmidradner, proudly hosted a delegation of Canadian suppliers and the Canadian Trade Commission. The group visited Seatrace's state-of-the-art facility in Sucat, Parañaque, marking an important step in fostering international partnerships within the sustainable food industry.

In celebration of 50 years of international cultural work, the Austrian Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs held a special event at Ateneo de Manila University on October 5, 2023. The event, titled "Imagine Dignity: Eco-Social Models of Life," was organized in partnership with the John Gokongwei School of Management and the Ateneo Institute of Sustainability (AIS).

The Philippine Embassy in Vienna hosted a four-course gourmet Filipino dinner on 18 October 2023 in Das Mezzanin Restaurant in Vienna to promote MSC-certified Philippine yellowfin tuna in the Austrian market.

Chef Margarita Fores prepared a special menu for the dinner which highlighted the freshness and the quality of the Marine Stewardship Council-certified yellowfin tuna imported from the Philippines and featured innovative Filipino haute cuisine.

As one of the initiative's first partners, SeaTrace International proudly participated in the Better Seafood Philippines Summit, signifying a significant milestone. This historic event, organized by USAID Philippines and the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Central Office in collaboration with the Sustainable Fisheries Partnership (SFP) and the Fish Right program, drew over 200 participants from diverse sectors, including the seafood industry, fishing communities, government, and civil society organizations.

SeaTrace International embarked on an important voyage in September 2023 by participating in the Singapore Seafood Show. The purpose of this event was not only to demonstrate our commitment to sustainable seafood procurement, but also to forge valuable partnerships with prominent organizations such as PTHP, WWF, and SCS.

In a significant stride toward sustainable seafood practices, SeaTrace International proudly attended the 23rd Tuna Congress in General Santos in September 2023. This event marked a pivotal moment as SeaTrace signed the MSC Co-Sharing Certificate with the Philippine Tuna Handline Partnership (PTHP).

SeaTrace International, a leading name in responsible seafood sourcing, proudly supplies the renowned brand "First Catch" at One World Deli (OWD) in San Juan and the Mall of Asia (MOA). With a commitment to delivering top-notch seafood, SeaTrace has become the go-to supplier for nearly all live, fresh, chilled, and frozen products available at these locations.

The Philippine Sustainability Movement event held at the opulent Manila Marriott on June 16, 2023, was a resounding success due to SeaTrace International's initiative and organization. This event, hosted by the Manila Marriott, drew together individuals and organizations committed to sustainability for a day of inspiration and education.

A great day! Our SeaTrace International Facility Blessing and Inauguration Event on July 14. Thanks to all the guests from our Tao family, the Austrian embassy, BFAR, USAID Fish Right, WWF, Meloy Fund and to all friends, clients and business partners.

Convened and facilitated by Sustainable Fisheries Partnership, the event announced the commitment of 12 Philippine companies and brands to responsible seafood sourcing. It gathered major players in the industry in an effort to promote and advance sustainable seafood practices in the country. SeaTrace is one of the proud major sponsors of the event held at Discovery Primea Makati.

Cheryl Marie Natividad-Caballero, DA Undersecretary for Agri-Industrialization and Fisheries; Nygiel Armada, USAID Fish Right Program's Chief of Party; and Rebeca Fontanilla Andong, Senior Program Manager–Philippines, Sustainable Fisheries Partnership (SFP) visited our facility in Paranaque.

In an effort to develop responsible sourcing programs for reef fisheries in the Calamian Island Group, USAID (United States Agency for International Development) forged a partnership with SeaTrace, together with the municipal government of Busuanga, Palawan. As part of their initiatives toward sustainability, the partners also launched the first of a series of information materials on groupers, a key reef species group targeted by fisheries.

You can now find SeaTrace products at the newest source of everything delicious around the globe, One World Deli. We offer all specifications: live in aquariums, fresh on ice, and frozen seafood products, which are all stored in the deli's freezers. Visit One World Deli at 8491 Kalayaan Ave. Poblacion, Makati.