Mackerel and Herring: Frozen Pelagic Fish for Container Cargo
Mackerel and herring are oily pelagic fish, and in our range they are mostly a frozen and prepared business. That makes them the most container-friendly fish we ship: they are packed for long storage, stack well in master cartons and travel by reefer container or by road at a steady −25 °C chain.
What we supply
| Species | Forms on our company record | Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Mackerel | Individually quick frozen (IQF), whole fish or chunks | Vacuum inner packs in master cartons |
| Herring | Frozen fillets | IQF, vacuum inner packs in master cartons |
| Herring | Marinated or salted | As agreed in the offer |
Built for the reefer container
IQF mackerel and frozen herring fillets are frozen at −18 °C to −25 °C and stored in our Scottish cold stores at −25 °C until the container is loaded. One reefer container of about 12 to 26 tonnes is the minimum by sea; it leaves through Leith or Grangemouth and can combine mackerel and herring. Buyers in Europe can also receive these lines by temperature-controlled road transport. The routes are on our corridors page.
Marinated and salted herring
Marinated and salted herring are prepared products rather than raw material. Their pack, temperature and documents are set in the offer for each order, because they depend on the recipe and the destination market.
Master cartons and labels
Master cartons carry the product, form and pack details, and they can be printed for the buyer's own brand when private label is agreed. Labels are among the first things an inspector compares with the order, so a pre-shipment inspection by SGS or your representative can be booked before the container is closed.
Documents and payment
Health documentation, a document of origin and customs follow-up come with each consignment. Container orders are usually paid 30% in advance by T/T and 70% against a copy of the bill of lading, or by irrevocable letter of credit at sight for large volumes.
Related pages
All fish · Salmon and trout · Haddock and cod · Markets · FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is mackerel supplied whole?
Yes. Mackerel is supplied individually quick frozen as whole fish or as chunks.
Which herring products are available?
Herring is available as frozen fillets, or marinated or salted.
Can mackerel and herring be combined in one container?
Yes. Both can be loaded in one reefer container of about 12 to 26 tonnes through Leith or Grangemouth.
This cargo-focused site is part of the Al Shene Marine Holding group. Main site: sultanrashidalshene.com. Enquiries by email only: info@sultanrashid.com.