An Exceptional Fishing Area: FAO 34
Morocco’s coastline sits at the heart of the FAO 34 zone (Central Eastern Atlantic), one of the world’s richest wild‑cephalopod areas. Every day, Moroccan trawlers bring in high‑quality species such as:
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Octopus (Octopus vulgaris): prized for its firm, flavourful flesh
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Squid (Loligo vulgaris & Illex): in high demand in Asia, Europe and North America
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Cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis): cherished in Mediterranean and Asian cuisine
These species are highly sought after by importers, particularly for restaurants, wholesalers and premium distributo
Why Do International Buyers Prefer Morocco?
1. Unmatched Quality
Cephalopods are harvested at sea, processed quickly and transformed in certified plants:
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Filleting
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Manual cleaning
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IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) or block freezing
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Vacuum or bulk export packaging
2. Full Traceability & International Standards
Each batch is identified from landing port to delivery, with:
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Health certificate
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Halal certificate
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Lot number & fishing zone
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Certifications: BRC, IFS, EU, FDA
3. A Range of Formats for Every Market
We offer customised products:
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Calibrated octopus (200–400 g, 400–600 g, 1 kg+)
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Whole, tube or ring squid
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Cleaned or whole cuttlefish
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Specific packaging for horeca, retail or bulk export
SeaOptima: 100 % Professional Support
Our role at SeaOptima is to simplify your imports and ensure profitability, quality and peace of mind.
What We Do for You:
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Source the best lots directly
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Perform strict quality control and sorting
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Provide customised packaging for your brand
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Prepare complete documentation
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Organise transport from Moroccan ports
A Growing Global Market
Moroccan cephalopods are exported to:
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🇪🇸 Spain (leading market)
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🇮🇹 Italy
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🇰🇷 South Korea
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🇯🇵 Japan
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🇺🇸 United States
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🇨🇳 China
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🇹🇷 Turkey
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🇸🇦 Middle East
Global demand for cephalopods is rising with the popularity of seafood snacking, frozen dishes and marine protein consumption.
