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Aquaculture and fisheries

    Aquaculture and fisheries industry

    Global presence

    The fishing industry is struggling with environmental and welfare issues, including overfishing and occupational safety. Additionally, climate change, biodiversity loss and overfishing endanger the livelihoods and food security of a large group of people depending on this business.
    The fisheries and aquaculture industry becomes more sustainable with certification programs such as MSC and ASC. Control Union Certifications contributes and assists globally.

    In 2016, Control Union acquired a shareholding in MacAlister Elliott and Partners (MEP), a leading fisheries and aquaculture consultancy with over 40 years experience. We completed projects on every major continent and our staff work on a huge variety of projects, in both the fisheries and aquaculture sectors, with particular focus in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Read more about the transformation of the fishing industry [article].

    Our services include

    With the acquisition in 2016 from “ME Certification” (MEC), the largest UK based MSC Chain Of Custody certification, and MSC fisheries provider, our position grew enormously.

    • MSC Fisheries Assessments

    • MSC Chain of Custody

    • ASC Chain of Custody

    • Auditing services

    The way we work

    We have developed a niche for the completion of feasibility and due diligence projects within both the fishing and aquaculture industries. However, this commercial aspect has not stopped us completing biological and analytical projects including large tuna tagging programs in the IOTC region and observer programs across the globe. We work with a large variety of stakeholders, from scientists and commercial organizations right through to the individual fisher folk, who fish simply to feed their family.

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    Our certification services

    Control Union delivers quality inspections for asset owners globally, with local knowledge for uniform and consistent services. Efficient planning and clear reporting are key.

    Administrative checks

    Administrative checks

    The customised Administrative Control service ensures the efficient and effective processing of administrative documents such as transaction certificates, invoice declarations and goods movements. Essential for demonstrating sustainability, safety and quality.
    Due diligence

    Due diligence

    The customised Due Diligence service helps companies comply with legal obligations by implementing a Due Diligence System (DDS), which is essential for importers under certain government regulations. Control Union is always up-to-date with the constantly changing regulations, has a large international network and has many years of experience in supporting the implementation of DDS.
    Reporting, tracking and tracing

    Reporting, tracking and tracing

    Control Union Certifications registers all relevant data during a certification process, including the name of employee involved as well as the process behind any decision that was made.
    Sampling and sealing

    Sampling and sealing

    Sampling and sealing ensures that samples are taken and sealed correctly, preventing contamination and enabling reliable laboratory analyses. Incorrect sampling can lead to unreliable test results and compliance issues. This service guarantees the integrity of samples. This service can also be part of the certification process or purchased separately.
    Supplier audits 

    Supplier audits 

    Supplier audits provide insight into the performance and compliance of your suppliers through (on-site) audits, which are essential for quality assurance and risk management. A lack of insight into supplier practices can lead to quality issues and reputational risks. This service offers transparency and control.