DNV certifies Taprobane Seafoods to the GlobalG.A.P. Aquaculture Standard
Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, India, 12 November - Taprobane Seafoods, a leading seafood producer in Sri Lanka, has been certified by DNV under the GlobalG.A.P. Aqua standard. The certification, formally awarded at World Aquaculture India 2025, makes Taprobane Seafoods the first company in Sri Lanka to achieve this recognition.
Taprobane Seafoods operates 16 processing facilities and employs more than 2,000 people across the North-Western and Northern Provinces of Sri Lanka, producing responsibly farmed shrimp. The certification reinforces the company’s leadership as a responsible aquaculture producer, positioning it to access premium export markets that demand verified sustainability credentials.
“At Taprobane Seafoods, sustainability is part of who we are. Achieving the GlobalG.A.P. certification marks an important milestone in our sustainability journey. As the first certified company in Sri Lanka, we have validated our efforts through a globally recognized standard that ensures transparency, traceability, and ethical sourcing across the entire supply chain,” said Mr. Dilan Fernando, Director, Taprobane Seafoods.
Responsibly produced shrimp play an important role in ensuring that aquaculture operations protect ecosystems and the environment, support ethical labour practices, and contribute positively to communities while meeting global animal welfare requirements.
Internally, the certification strengthens Taprobane’s environmental governance and aligns feed management practices with global best practices and standards. Externally, it enhances credibility among buyers, consumers, and partners seeking ethically sourced, low-carbon seafood.
“I congratulate Taprobane Seafoods on achieving this certification, which reflects their strong commitment to sustainability, circular resource use, animal welfare, and continuous improvement in aquaculture practices. This milestone also complements their broader initiatives, including renewable energy integration and carbon footprint assessments,” said Mr. Balamurugan Sambasivan, Area Manager for India and Sri Lanka at DNV.
The certification journey prompted Taprobane Seafoods to strengthen its feed procurement systems, enhancing supplier monitoring and data transparency. The company targeted improvement of its traceability system to track the origin and sustainability status of feed ingredients, fostering closer collaboration with feed producers to explore low-carbon formulations that improve shrimp health and welfare.
“We deeply value DNV’s role in helping us set new benchmarks for sustainable and ethical shrimp farming in Asia. DNV’s extensive experience in aquaculture certification, technical expertise and collaborative approach enabled us to complete the certification efficiently while upholding the highest standards of accuracy and transparency", added Mr. Fernando.
