Ecuador has become a global example of how an industry can transform when businesses, science, and market demand move in the same direction. As one of the world’s leading tuna producers and processors, the sector is central to the country’s economy supporting thousands of jobs and generating over a billion dollars in exports each year.
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Leer másEcuador continues to affirm its position as a global powerhouse in the tuna industry, remaining the second-largest exporter of processed and canned tuna worldwide, just behind Thailand. During the first half of 2025, the country exported 164,220 tons, representing a 15% increase compared to the same period in 2024. The FAO confirmed during the Twentieth Meeting of the Subcommittee on Fish Trade that Ecuador is the country with the highest export growth in the sector, surpassing China and Spain, while the Philippines saw an 11% decline. Additionally, Ecuador has positioned itself as the main supplier of tuna to the European Union in 2023, 2024, and 2025, with more than 100,000 tons shipped during the first six months of this year.
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Leer másCold currents off the coast of Manabí are boosting the productivity of small pelagic fish, according to recent reports from local fishermen and experts. The decrease in sea surface temperature and the increase in water nutrients have created favorable conditions for species such as pompano and other smaller pelagics, benefiting artisanal fishing. This phenomenon represents a significant boost to the local economy, although catches have not yet reached historical levels.
Leer másBluePacif S.A., based in Manta, Ecuador, is a company dedicated to processing and exporting frozen fish, operating since 2010 across the full value chain—from sourcing raw materials to delivering products to international markets. Its integrated approach allows the company to control quality, costs, and timelines, strengthening its position in Ecuador’s fishing sector.
Leer másOn February 14, 2025, Ecuador marked a historic milestone in its fishing industry with the official launch of its first canned tuna export to China. This achievement, resulting from the trade agreement signed between the two countries in May 2024, allowed Ecuadorian products to enter the Chinese market with an immediate tariff reduction from 5% to 0%, opening a new and promising market for the national tuna sector.
Leer másEcuador’s Ministry of Production, Foreign Trade, Investments, and Fisheries (MPCEIP), in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission (IATTC), held an important technical workshop that brought together over 50 national and international specialists.
Leer másEcuador plays a key role in the GEF Project, a regional initiative with Peru and Chile aimed at combating illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
Leer másEach year, Ecuador enforces a fishing ban to protect tuna populations, one of its main exports. For 2025, the Ministry of Production has established two closed seasons:
Leer másEcuador continues to demonstrate that its economic strength goes far beyond oil. In the first quarter of 2025, non-oil exports reached a solid value of USD 6.205 billion, consolidating growth amid a challenging global economic context.
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Leer másEcuador stands out not only as a fishing powerhouse due to its rich marine resources, but also for its strong infrastructure in processing and exports.
Leer másIn 2025, Ecuador has reinforced a clear strategy to diversify and expand its international markets for seafood products, with a strong focus on processed tuna.
Leer másEcuador stands as the world’s second-largest tuna producer, driven by a fishing industry committed to sustainability and endorsed by international certifications.
Leer másThe Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) announced an investment of USD 2.5 billion to strengthen the sustainable blue economy in the region through 2030.
Leer másEcuador is on track to reach a historic milestone in its tuna exports, with projected revenues exceeding $1.6 billion in 2024—the highest in the past decade.
Leer másEcuador is actively expanding its presence in the United States and Canadian markets, aiming to diversify and increase its tuna exports.
Leer másButter fish is a highly valued fish in gastronomy for its delicate flavor and firm texture. Belonging to the Ephippidae family, this fish is primarily found in the warm, tropical waters of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
Leer másEcuador is making significant strides in adopting new techniques and technologies for packaging pelagic fish, such as tuna and sardines, to enhance product quality and reduce waste.
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