Our family adventure was born almost a century ago from a passion for fishing and selling fish. Driven by “eating well” from generation to generation, we have established ourselves as seafood processing specialists, making quality and customer satisfaction our DNA. Today, our expertise in importing, transforming, preparing and shipping tuna, swordfish and cephalopods is recognized worldwide.
Our know-how, passed on over the years, has enabled us to become a major player in the seafood economy. We remain true to our commitment to quality and respect for the environment, while maintaining an ambitious approach to meeting market needs in terms of freshness and responsiveness.
Responsible and sustainable sourcing
Sourcing our products is of paramount importance to us, and the first step in our quality and sustainable development policy. All our purchases are certified according to current international regulations, specific to each species. We demand the same rigor from our suppliers, guaranteeing perfect traceability for our customers.
Our commitment goes beyond words. We have been pursuing a Quality & Environmental policy for many years, including the installation of solar panels, waste reduction and the recovery of fish waste as co-products. Our factory has been MSC-certified since 2016, and we also hold the IFS, Line-caught Red Tuna, Pavillon France, and Dolphin Safe labels. Our in-house “Quality & Ethic” label attests to our commitment to ethical fishing methods and respect for the seafood ecosystem.
State-of-the-art facilities for optimum quality
Our state-of-the-art facilities enable us to guarantee optimum quality for all our products. Our main plant in Béziers covers 6,000 m2 and boasts the largest -60°C storage area in France. We also have a -25°C zone, offering a total capacity of 3,000 pallets. Our 2,500 m2 Spanish plant in Barcelona specializes in cephalopod processing and the production of frozen products. Our facilities enable us to process 8,000 tons of finished products a year, responding to growing market demand with flexibility and responsiveness.
The Barba Group's environmental and social commitment
Certifications and labels
Our factory is IFS certified, attesting to our commitment to food safety and product quality. We are also MSC Multi-site certified, and thus market a large number of MSC-certified products. This label guarantees that our fish come from fisheries certified to MSC standards, with a controlled impact on marine ecosystems.
Reducing environmental impact
We maximize the value of our waste by significantly increasing its recyclability. For example, we transform by-products such as tuna leather into useful materials (eco-responsible footwear) and produce organic fertilizers from organic residues.
Our collaborations with the Project Rescue Ocean Foundation and Ecocean demonstrate our commitment to raising public awareness and maintaining marine biodiversity.
