Credentials & Compliance

Our Certifications

Letap Fishing maintains internationally recognised certifications across food safety, sustainability, quality, and regulatory compliance ensuring every product meets the highest standards from sea to shelf.

Premium Quality,
Every Step of the Way

At Letap Fishing, we are committed to delivering premium-quality seafood while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, sustainability, and regulatory compliance. Our operations are supported by internationally recognised certifications and industry accreditations, ensuring that every product meets strict requirements for quality, traceability, responsible sourcing, and export readiness.

This commitment allows us to supply seafood products to local and international markets with confidence and integrity.

Our certifications demonstrate our dedication to:

Sustainable fishing practices
Food safety and quality assurance
International export compliance
Environmental responsibility
Full product traceability
Continuous improvement and customer confidence

Our Certifications

Dolphin Safe
Marine Mammal Protection

Dolphin Safe

The Dolphin Safe certification demonstrates that our fishing practices are conducted in a manner that minimizes the risk of harm to dolphins and other marine mammals. This certification reflects our commitment to responsible harvesting methods, sustainable fisheries management, and the protection of marine ecosystems.

NRCS National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications
National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications

NRCS Compliance

Confirms that our products and facilities comply with South African safety, quality, and regulatory standards. NRCS oversight helps ensure product integrity and consumer protection.

SGS
Global Inspection & Certification

SGS Certification

SGS is one of the world's leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification companies. Their involvement provides independent assurance that our products meet international quality and safety requirements.

HACCP Certified
Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points

HACCP Certified

Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) certification demonstrates that our seafood is processed under strict food safety management systems, ensuring safe, high-quality products from catch to customer.

PPECB Perishable Products Export Control Board
Perishable Products Export Control Board

PPECB Certification

PPECB certification confirms that our seafood exports comply with South African export standards and international cold chain requirements, maintaining product quality throughout transport and distribution.

FDA Approved Food and Drug Administration
U.S. Food & Drug Administration

FDA Approved

Indicates compliance with United States Food and Drug Administration requirements, allowing our products to meet strict standards for export to the U.S. market.

MSC Marine Stewardship Council
Marine Stewardship Council

MSC Certification

The MSC certification recognizes sustainable fishing practices that help protect fish stocks, marine ecosystems, and the long-term health of our oceans.

Compliance Credentials

L1

B-BBEE Level 1 Certificate

Letap Fishing holds a verified B-BBEE Level 1 contributor rating the highest possible classification under South Africa's Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment framework. This reflects our 100% black ownership, 40% black female ownership, and comprehensive empowerment across all pillars.

RatingLevel 1 Highest Category
Black Ownership100%
Black Female Ownership40%
Issuing BodyAccredited BEE Rating Agency
DFFE

DFFE Fishing Rights Compliance

Letap Fishing operates as a fully compliant, registered fishing rights holder under the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE). Our fishing rights span four sectors Squid, Hake Trawl, Pilchards, and Anchovy all issued and renewed in accordance with South Africa's Marine Living Resources Act (MLRA).

Governing LegislationMarine Living Resources Act (MLRA)
Issuing AuthorityDept. of Forestry, Fisheries & the Environment
Sectors CoveredSquid · Hake Trawl · Pilchards · Anchovy
Years of Rights Holding26+ Years (since 1998)

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