Sustainable Seafood Summit 2026: Asia's Largest Seafood Sustainability Event to be Held In-Person from Oct 21-23

## Sustainable Seafood Summit 2026 Overview

Seafood Legacy Co., Ltd. (President: Wakao Hanaoka) and Nikkei ESG will host the 'Sustainable Seafood Summit 2026 (TSSS2026)' from Wednesday, October 21 to Friday, October 23, 2026, at the Port Hall in Tokyo Portcity Takeshiba.

This event is one of Asia's largest global flagship events, bringing together diverse stakeholders dedicated to achieving a sustainable seafood industry and resolving challenges in marine food systems.

### Background and Purpose

The seafood industry faces severe challenges, including climate change, geopolitical risks, biodiversity loss, IUU (Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated) fishing, and human rights violations. Beyond merely highlighting these problems, this event aims to transform East Asian markets into an 'engine of solutions.' Under the theme 'Resonating Actions, Expanding Impacts,' companies, fishermen, researchers, and NGOs will work together to explore effective solutions.

### Sample Sessions (Planned)

- Building sustainable small-scale fisheries and aquaculture in East Asia
- New brand value created by information disclosure
- Blue Finance leading to nature-positive fisheries
- Voices of Dignity II: Addressing human rights violation risks in supply chains
- 7th Japan Sustainable Seafood Award ceremony

### Planned Speakers

- Mr. Ken Ikemi (Representative Director and Chairman, Umios Inc.)
- Mr. Martin Exel (Managing Director, SeaBOS)
- Mr. Ray D'Lani (MSC & ASC)

### Event Details

- Dates: October 21 (Wed) - 23 (Fri), 2026
- Venue: Port Hall, Tokyo Portcity Takeshiba
- Format: In-person
- Admission: Free (Pre-registration required)
- Official Website: https://sustainableseafoodnow.com/2026/