HAL is first global cruise line to gain international seafood certifications

Thursday, 09 Apr, 2024 0

Holland America Line has become the first global cruise line to receive both Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) and Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certifications.

The organizations serve as the most credible standards for certified seafood.

The certifications cement the cruise line’s commitment to high-quality seafood sourced sustainably.

“Our guests care about the quality and sustainability of the fresh fish we serve, and so do we,” said Gus Antorcha, HAL president.

The Marine Stewardship Council’s focus is on sustainable wild-caught seafood, while Aquaculture Stewardship Council works with responsibly farmed seafood.

Both organizations seek to minimize environmental impacts.

All 11 ships in the fleet are certified to serve Marine Stewardship Council and Aquaculture Stewardship Council labeled seafood.

The full rollout is starting across five Holland America Line ships in May 2024 at the beginning of Europe and Canada/New England season.

They include Volendam in the Canada/New England region, and Rotterdam, Nieuw Statendam, Zuiderdam and Oosterdam in Europe.

Holland America Line’s six ships in Alaska serve 100% sustainable seafood under its Responsible Fisheries Management (RFM) certification.

Examples of seafood that fall under the certification umbrella on include Asian Barramundi, Tasmania Atlantic Salmon, Canadian and New England Haddock, and Hawaiian Swordfish. 

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