Benefits of Membership

Many ports have fish merchant associations, but some have a real competitive advantage that sets them apart. Potential members need to cut through the average to identify those which offer the best. Grimsby FMA can offer a commitment to working on behalf of its members. We offer a range of services that can be tailored to meet individual needs whilst at all times ensuring total confidentiality

Whilst we are Grimsby based our membership is geographically spread from North Shields to Cornwall; therefore no matter where you are located you can be a member and receive full support.

Membership Services Include

  • Fish Settlement, guaranteed payment scheme enabling agents, vessel owners, merchants’ and suppliers to be paid within 10 days. Weekly transactions average £1.2M
  • Legal – advice on matters relating to employment law and debt collection.
  • Representation – we are proactive with industry related organisations; Seafish were we sit on three advisory committees: Food Legislation Expert Group, Seafood Training Expert Group, and White Fish Advisory Committee.
  • Local Government – strong interface with Economic Regeneration in respect of industry grants and relocation of processors. Environmental Health for advice on food hygiene, export certificates.
  • National and European Government – close liaison with MP’s and MEP’s
  • Yorkshire & Humber Seafood Group – we currently hold the vice chairmanship of this group which is responsible for delivering various projects that bring benefit to the industry within the Humber sub-region.
  • Grimsby Fish Market – we are shareholders. We are proactive in promoting the port attracting more supply. Grimsby can offer a range of services and competitive rates to visiting vessels.
  • Port Landlord – we work closely with ABP especially on waste management and the long-term redevelopment of the fish dock estate.
  • Waste management – we are proud that a local company Environmental Expressions collects polystyrene free of charge for recycling using a sustainable and environmentally acceptable method of disposal.
  • Secretarial (typing/fax/photocopying) service; especially for small companies.
  • Website directory – members have the opportunity to market their company via the main site.
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Grimsby Fish Merchants Association Limited is a company registered in England and Wales with company number 115504. Registered Office: Grimsby Fish Dock Enterprises Ltd, Wharncliffe Road, Fish Docks, Grimsby DN31 3QJ.