Shetland Seafood in numbers…
£386
million
worth a year to the Shetland Economy
£69.9
million
worth of fish and shellfish landed
48,796
tonnes
of fish and shellfish landed
231
fishing vessels registered
9.6
million
mussel meals produced annually
£6.3
million
value of mussels produced
Recipes
A selection of Shetland cooks and chefs have provided us with recipes inspired by local seafood, for you to try at home.
Shetland Seafood Past
Find out more about past tales and memories of the Seafood industry, shared by the people of Shetland.
Careers
The seafood industry supports a wide range of careers and it’s not just about life at sea. Many opportunities are available across the sector.
Latest News
So Much To Sea: An Insight
The seafood industry has supported generation after generation of Shetlanders, protecting our rural communities and remaining an integral part of our lives. It is currently worth in excess of £300 million a year to the islands and surpasses the value of the oil, gas, agriculture, tourism, and creative industries combined.