This is the 42nd Exhibition in Boston, attracting more than 22,000 seafood experts from around the world to attend, with 1,300 exhibitors from 50 countries around the world.
Exhibitions at the beginning of the year not only open the door for new-year transactions, but businesses can also evaluate market trends through in-depth thematic seminars on current areas of interest in the seafood industry in the US, and the world, creating an interesting playground for those interested in the seafood industry. The exhibition also organizes food demonstrations by seafood brands, launching new product lines aimed at consumer convenience and health.
Participating in the 2024 North American Seafood Exhibition, the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) has registered an area of 1,600 square feet to organize a private booth and a joint booth under the National Trade Promotion Program. In 2024, Vietnam has17 seafood companies participated in the exhibition, including 6 Pangasius enterprises, 4 shrimp units, 2 tuna ones, and five enterprises processing and exporting different kinds of seafood products. The leading firms present at the exhibition. Besides, there are companies participating in the exhibition for the first time, showing that the US market always has a special attraction for businesses.
In 2023, Vietnamese seafood exports to the US reached 1.56 billion USD, down 27% compared to 2022. Despite the sharp decline, the US is still the largest market, accounting for more than 17% of seafood exports of Vietnam. The cause of this market's deep decline is due to many factors, such as high inflation, reduced demand, high inventory, price competition with other countries, plus regulations and market barriers such, anti-dumping on pangasius, SIMP program...
The North American Seafood Exhibition is a very important opportunity for businesses to grasp and update the situation to maintain and develop the US market. This is a traditional exhibition where Vietnamese seafood has always maintained its presence since the early days of developing the export market.
In January 2024, exports to the US increased by 63%, of which shrimp increased by 77%, pangasius increased by 83%, and tuna increased by 61%, which is a very positive signal for exports in the near future. The growth of this market will also create positive psychology and influence in surrounding markets such as Canada, Mexico, Brazil, etc.
The association has used the slogan "Vietnam: Sustainable Destination for Seafood" to affirm the industry's development towards a sustainable seafood production, processing, and export industry that complies with Vietnam requirements, and import market during a period when countries are aiming for a green economy and sustainable fishing.
Looking at the Vietnamese products displayed at the exhibition, we can clearly see that the value-added products are Vietnam's advantage compared to other countries in the Asian region. Fierce price competition for traditional products has driven Vietnam's transition to value-added production much faster in recent years. If any business changes direction early, it will reap many opportunities in recent difficult years.
VASEP, the organizer of this exhibition, has provided updated information about the industry and development trends of Vietnamese seafood in the coming time to interested customers. VASEP also showed the publications introducing seafood sector, businesses are fully provided for customers to help them learn more about the products as well as export businesses that do not have the opportunity to come to the exhibition.
The exhibition was honored to welcome Vietnamese Ambassador to the US, Nguyen Quoc Dung, to share and exchange useful information about the market with the VASEP business delegation. The coordination and support of the Vietnamese Trade Counselor in the US as well as the Vietnam Trade Promotion Office in New York are always highly appreciated by the association and businesses during annual exhibitions.
(vasep.com.vn) Vietnamese pangasius producer Vinh Hoan has won the top prize at the 2026 Seafood Excellence Asia Awards for its Cured Panga Croquette, highlighting the growing potential of value-added pangasius products in international markets.
(vasep.com.vn) The Global Shrimp Forum (GSF) 2026 is taking place from September 1–3 in Utrecht, the Netherlands, bringing together around 585 delegates from 40 countries, representing approximately 300 companies and organizations across the shrimp supply chain. Representatives from VASEP are attending the event as part of the Vietnamese delegation, strengthening connections with partners across the global shrimp industry.
(vasep.com.vn) At the international B2B seminar (Hosted Buyer Program) held as part of Vietfish 2026, Mr. Nguyen Hoang Pham, Sales Director of Tai Kim Anh Seafood Processing Joint Stock Company, delivered a presentation entitled “Vietnam’s Shrimp Industry: Changing for Sustainability.” From the perspective of a seafood processor, the presentation highlighted that Vietnam’s shrimp industry continues to play a leading role in seafood exports, but is entering a new phase of competition in which change is no longer an option, but a prerequisite for growth.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) VIETFISH 2026 may have concluded after three dynamic days in Ho Chi Minh City, but conversations around the exhibition continue to resonate across international trade media, industry organizations, and the social media channels of participating companies.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tilapia industry is maintaining strong growth momentum, with significant room for further expansion in the coming years. In 2025, total tilapia production reached approximately 420,000 tonnes, up 33% from 2024 and 2.2 times higher than in 2015. During 2015–2025, production grew at an average annual rate of around 8.4%. As production and exports continue to expand, food safety control is receiving increasing attention to ensure product quality, meet the increasingly stringent requirements of international markets, and provide a foundation for the sustainable development of Vietnam’s tilapia industry.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On the afternoon of August 19, 2026, as part of the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition – Vietfish 2026, the Hosted Buyer Program continued with the seminar “Vietnam Seafood Outlook 2026–2027: A Strategic Sourcing Destination,” followed by 1-to-1 B2B meetings between international buyers and Vietnamese seafood businesses.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Speaking at the Opening Ceremony of VIETFISH 2026 on August 19 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), U.S. Consul General Melissa Brown highlighted the important role of the exhibition in connecting Vietnam’s growing seafood industry with buyers, suppliers, and partners from the United States and around the world.
(vasep.com.vn) Tomorrow, August 19, 2026, the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition – Vietfish 2026 will officially open at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City. Taking place over three days, from August 19–21, Vietfish 2026 promises to provide a dynamic platform for business networking, trend updates, product experiences and comprehensive cooperation across the domestic and international seafood community.
(vasep.com.vn) The global tilapia market continues to grow, creating significant opportunities for countries with strengths in aquaculture, processing, and exports. Against this backdrop, Vietnam’s tilapia industry is gradually developing toward higher quality, greater product diversification, and broader market reach. At Vietfish 2026, the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), together with the VASEP Tilapia Producers and Exporters Club, will host a joint booth to promote the image and potential of Vietnamese tilapia to domestic and international buyers.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s seafood exports are heading towards $12 billion this year, potentially the highest level on record. Yet one of the country’s export strengths is facing a growing list of challenges.
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