Key commitments for 2026–2027 include:
Building on ASC certification, the programme delivers improvements across four strategic pillars: climate footprint, responsible feed, shrimp welfare, and social responsibility.
Shrimp Forward allows us to move beyond standard certification and build a transparent, controlled, and continuously improving supply chain. By combining long-term partnerships, independent verification, and targeted investments, we are creating a scalable model for future-proof shrimp sourcing, aligned with the expectations of both customers and regulators.
Climate footprint
Full LCA and reduction roadmap.
Responsible feed
100% ASC-certified feed, verified US soy, and formulation optimisation.
Shrimp welfare
Non-ablation, electrical stunning, and third-party verification.
Social responsibility
Human Rights Hotspot Analysis.
Climate Footprint: From measurement to reduction
Sykes is implementing a structured approach to reduce the carbon footprint of its prawn supply chain. As a first step, we have commissioned a full life-cycle assessment (LCA) covering feed ingredients through to processing. The study will establish a robust baseline footprint and identify the most effective pathways for reduction.
Based on the outcomes, we will define with our supplier partners:
- Priority reduction measures
- Technical and economic feasibility
- A clear implementation roadmap
The study will form the foundation for credible Scope 3 footprint reduction and reporting.
Responsible feed: Reducing environmental impact at source
Feed is one of the largest contributors to the footprint of farmed prawns. Shrimp Forward addresses this at source, with clear sourcing requirements, supplier engagement and ongoing optimisation.
Sykes Seafood gives preference to aquaculture supply chains that can demonstrate recognised standards such as ASC or BAP, with feed requirements that support responsible marine ingredients and lower-risk raw materials. This approach supports improved feed efficiency, reduced environmental impact and the transition towards more responsible input materials.
100% certified feed
Feed aligned with recognised certification routes, including ASC, BAP, MarinTrust or MSC/ASC certified seafood ingredients where applicable.
Deforestation and conversion free assured soy
Ensuring low risk of deforestation and land conversion in feed supply chains.
Feed formulation optimization program
Collaboration with suppliers, feed producers and technical experts to optimise feed efficiency, cost control, carbon footprint, and support measurable improvement.
Shrimp welfare: Setting a new benchmark
Sykes Seafood recognises the welfare concerns within seafood supply chains and actively promotes practices that help reduce negative welfare impacts.
Through collaboration with suppliers, technical partners and initiatives such as the Shrimp Welfare Project’s Humane Slaughter Initiative, we support practical improvements in warm water prawn welfare at farm and processing level. Together, these measures help position Shrimp Forward in line with growing expectations from retailers, NGOs, customers and regulatory stakeholders.
Eyestalk ablation
Sykes Seafood is working towards the removal of eyestalk ablation in all warm water prawn broodstock, with phased targets and supplier requirements aligned to recognised industry standards.
Humane slaughter
We support the introduction of electrical stunning before slaughter where practical through initiatives such as supplier engagement, training and investment in equipment implementation. To verify the use of the stunner, Sykes works with the Shrimp Welfare Project to test their new digital electrical stunner verification tool. Control
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Sykes is now also actively engaging with FAI Farms and SWP, both organizations focused on shrimp welfare, to identify next steps in Shrimp Welfare.
Social responsibility: Moving beyond compliance
We go beyond standard certification to develop a deeper understanding of working conditions and strengthen human rights due diligence across the supply chain.
All suppliers are expected to meet Sykes Seafood’s responsible sourcing and compliance requirements before supply begins. Where risks or non-conformances are identified, suppliers are expected to provide clear corrective action plans within agreed timeframes.
This supports a more robust and proactive approach to identifying risks, improving transparency and protecting people across the supply chain.
Certified foundation
Social compliance based on recognised platforms and audit standards, including Sedex registration and SMETA or equivalent ethical audits where required.
Risk analysis
Human rights and supply chain risk assessment to identify risks, improvement areas and priorities for further due diligence.
Transparent supply chain impact
Greater transparency around working conditions, livelihoods, supplier performance and the impact on local communities.
Explore our focus areas
Responsible Sourcing
We make considered choices when sourcing seafood, with a clear focus on responsible supply, transparency and long-term supplier relationships.
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Climate
We are committed to reducing our climate impact across the full value chain, from feed production and raw material sourcing to processing, packing, storage and distribution.
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Social Responsibility
Sykes Seafood is committed to responsible business across the full value chain, with strong focus on human rights, fair working conditions and long-term partnerships.
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Sustainable Packaging & Circularity
Our focus is on supporting a more efficient and circular food supply chain. We do this by reducing material use, improving recyclability, limiting food waste and giving residual streams as much value as possible.
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