Pelagic Freezer Trawler Association

The Pelagic Freezer Trawler Association represents the interests of 8 European pelagic freezer-trawler companies, which fish for human consumption. PFA members are responsible, family-run companies, mostly going back to the late 19th century, who benefit from several generations of fishing experience, and operate a combined fleet of 23 vessels. The association currently has members in France, Germany, Lithuania, the Netherlands and the UK. Our aim is to maintain a sustainable fishing industry, both now and in the future. We believe that the supply of frozen pelagic fish to people all over the world, must be in balance with the harvesting of the pelagic fish stocks. The motto of the PFA is ‘catching with care’. Our oceans are home to a wealth of fish and shellfish, which make a vital contribution towards feeding a world population of 7 billion. Members of the Pelagic Freezer-trawler Association catch fish in a sustainable manner, without causing damage to the seabed, without disturbing the ecological system, and based on effective fish stock management. Pelagic fisheries | Pelagische visserij | Pêche pélagique | Pelagische Fischerei |