India’s Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) is set to launch the inaugural Seafood Expo Bharat (SEB) from July 1 to 3, 2025, at the Chennai Trade Centre. This landmark event aims to bring together 150 exhibition stalls and over 2,500 delegates under one roof, marking a significant step in the government’s efforts to promote India’s seafood industry globally.
A Premier Platform for India’s Seafood Sector
SEB is envisioned as an annual flagship event by MPEDA, India’s nodal agency for seafood exports. It will serve as a dynamic platform uniting hatchery operators, aqua farmers, processing machinery manufacturers, exporters, and international importers. The Expo will facilitate business matchmaking and technical exchanges, reinforcing MPEDA’s commitment to expanding India’s footprint in the global seafood trade.
Showcasing India’s Marine Wealth
India’s seafood exports reached a remarkable US$7.76 billion last financial year, spanning 123 countries. The country is a leading global supplier of crustaceans, finfish, and value-added seafood products. With rising demand for premium seafood, SEB offers exporters a timely opportunity to engage with buyers and explore new international markets.
Symbolizing the Blue Revolution
MPEDA has unveiled a vibrant new logo for SEB featuring an orange shrimp, a red fish, and teal-blue waves. This emblem reflects India’s crustacean export strength, nutritional diversity, and commitment to eco-friendly aquaculture. The design aligns with the Blue Revolution initiative, a comprehensive program focused on sustainable development and management of inland and marine fisheries, symbolizing innovation, sustainability, and commerce in India’s seafood sector.
Driving Sustainable Growth: Blue Revolution & PMMSY
Launched in 2019 with an investment of ₹20,050 crore, the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) underpins the Blue Revolution. The scheme aims to boost fish production to 22 million metric tons by 2024–25 and double fishers’ incomes through enhanced productivity and socio-economic welfare. PMMSY focuses on responsible fisheries development, infrastructure augmentation, and modernization of the seafood value chain.
Highlights of SEB 2025
The Expo will feature a range of activities designed to promote trade, technology, and culinary excellence, including:
- Reverse Buyer–Seller Meets connecting international importers with Indian exporters.
- Technical sessions on climate-resilient aquaculture, marine conservation, and responsible fishing practices.
- Live culinary demonstrations showcasing India’s regional seafood delicacies and value-added innovations.
- Site visits to processing plants and aqua farms for practical insights and technology transfer.
Chennai: The Ideal Host for SEB
Chennai’s rich coastal heritage, world-class port infrastructure, and status as a leading producer of shrimp and fish make it the perfect venue for SEB. The event highlights Tamil Nadu’s crucial role in India’s Blue Economy vision, which aims to harness ocean resources for sustainable socio-economic growth.
Seafood Expo Bharat 2025 promises to be a milestone event, spotlighting India’s marine wealth, advancing sustainable aquaculture, and strengthening the country’s position as a global seafood powerhouse.