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12-Feb-2024

Cuxtrawl is a producer of high-quality fishing gear in Cuxhaven

Our German subsidiary, Deutsche Fischfang Union GmbH (DFFU), located in Cuxhaven, has built a successful relationship with Cuxtrawl, a local maker of high-quality fishing gear such as trawls and nets, for the past several years. Established in 1992 and located in the harbour directly at the waterfront, the company is also a supplier of workwear and safety clothing for DFFU and other companies in the region.

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Alda Seafood recognises the importance of supporting local economies and fostering relationships with local suppliers where our companies operate. In this context, 'local' refers to the area or region where the relevant company primarily conducts the majority of its operations. Part of this policy is encouraging the companies in our group to procure products and services from local suppliers whenever feasible and economically viable.

DFFU has built successful relationships with local companies in Cuxhaven. One of them is Cuxtrawl. Vilhelm Thór Hardarson, fleet manager at DFFU, has worked with Cuxtrawl when ordering spare parts for DFFU's own vessels as well as ships serviced by the company.

Flexibility and swift service

"We have had a successful business relationship with Cuxtrawl for many years. The companies are in close proximity to each other and have an in-depth understanding of each other's operations and business. We buy a lot of fishing gear from Cuxtrawl and have been satisfied with the products, especially the service. The company has been flexible to respond to our needs. In this business, it's all about flexibility and being able to respond and deliver the desired product within the specified timeframe, which can sometimes be challenging for our suppliers. We have bought large quantities of certain items, including rockhoppers, hammerlocks, etc. and have thus been able to negotiate a favourable price. Cuxtrawl has then used that stock and set up fishing gear for us based on our needs. The relationship has been a big success, and we consider it an important plus to work closely with a local supplier and therefore indirectly contribute to him thriving in our society here in Cuxhaven," says Vilhelm Thór Hardarson.

Vilhelm Croppud

Vilhelm Thór Hardarson
fleet manager at DFFU. 

New trawls tested during sea trials

Cuxtrawl recently manufactured and delivered new trawls for DFFU's new vessel, Berlin NC 107. The new trawls were tested during the ship's sea trials in January. Currently, the vessel is in its final stages of construction, with its christening scheduled for May in Cuxhaven.

Information about Alda Seafood's focus on building relationships with local suppliers is detailed in a specific chapter of our latest sustainability report, which is available below.
Alda Seafood Sustainability Report 2023
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The new trawls made by Cuxtrawl on board the Berlin NC 107.