Océano Seafood Acquires Sea Fresh USA
September 27, 2023
Peru-based Océano Seafood has acquired Sea Fresh USA, a Rhode Island-based seafood processor, marking Océano's first U.S. acquisition. The deal gives Océano direct access to Sea Fresh's BRC-certified processing facility, fishing vessels and U.S. sourcing capabilities and supports the company's planned expansion across North America.
- Buyers
- Océano Seafood
- Targets
- Sea Fresh USA
- Sellers
- James Fox
- Industry
- Food & Beverage
- Location
- Rhode Island, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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