What We Harvest

Our Operations,
One Standard of Excellence

Through fishing rights acquired over 26 years, Letap operates across the full breadth of South Africa's commercial fishing industry.

Rights Portfolio

A Diversified
Fishing Portfolio

South Africa's fishing industry is divided into regulated quota-based sectors, with government-allocated fishing rights determining who may catch, how much, and when. Letap Fishing holds rights across our operations a testament to the company's growth, credibility, and commitment to the industry.

01 Squid (Loligo)
02 Hake Trawl
03 Pilchards, Sardines & Anchovy
04 Bait
01
South Africa's Signature Species

Squid (Loligo reynaudi)

The Chokka squid Loligo reynaudi is one of South Africa's most valuable seafood exports and is unique to the waters of South Africa. Found in cold, upwelling-driven coastal waters between Cape Town and East London, Chokka is prized for its tenderness, flavour, and firmness.

Letap Fishing has been involved in the squid sector since its founding in 1998, and today operates two dedicated squid jigging vessels: the Lady Aqeelah and Princess Azeemah.

Vessels2 dedicated jiggers
SpeciesLoligo reynaudi (Chokka)
MethodJig fishing (sustainable)
WatersSouth African coast
MarketExport & domestic
Chokka Squid Loligo reynaudi
Cape Hake Merluccius capensis
02
South Africa's Most Important Fish

Hake Trawl

Cape hake (Merluccius capensis and M. paradoxus) is South Africa's most commercially significant fish species accounting for the bulk of the country's fish exports. Found in the cold, nutrient-rich waters of the Eastern and Western Cape, hake is valued in markets across Europe, Africa, and Asia.

Letap's Hake Trawl sector operates three vessels: the Loqueran, Alayah, and Teya-Nikka all working the trawl grounds of the South African coast with responsible demersal trawling practices.

Vessels3 trawlers
SpeciesCape Hake (Merluccius spp.)
MethodDemersal trawling
WatersInshore South Africa
MarketExport & domestic
03
Small Pelagics Food Security Fishery

Pilchards, Sardines & Anchovy

South African pilchards (Sardinops sagax) and anchovies (Engraulis encrasicolus) are cornerstones of the country's food security and marine ecosystem, providing affordable protein to millions. Purse-seine caught off the South African coast, these species are processed into canned fish, fishmeal, and fish oil.

Letap Fishing processes its pilchard and anchovy catch through an established processing facility, deepening our involvement in two of South Africa's most important small pelagic fishing sectors.

Pilchard SpeciesSardinops sagax
Anchovy SpeciesEngraulis encrasicolus
MethodPurse seine
ProcessingCanned fish & fishmeal
Pilchard MarketCanned fish, fishmeal, bait
Anchovy UseFishmeal, fish oil, agriculture
Pilchards, Sardines & Anchovy Purse Seine Caught
What We Supply

Our Products

Letap Fishing currently supplies fresh and frozen seafood to local and national markets across South Africa. Our range is drawn directly from our own fleet and processing facility, ensuring peak quality at every step.

Hake

Merluccius capensis

South Africa's most commercially significant fish. Lean, white-fleshed, and mild in flavour supplied fresh and frozen in whole, headed & gutted, and fillet forms. A staple of both the local retail market and premium export trade.

Fresh & Frozen Whole · H&G · Fillets Local & Export

Chokka Squid

Loligo reynaudi

South Africa's most prized export species and the foundation of Letap's business. Chokka is celebrated globally for its tenderness and flavour. Supplied whole, cleaned, and in rings fresh or IQF frozen to order.

Fresh & IQF Frozen Whole · Cleaned · Rings Export Grade

Gurnards

Chelidonichthys capensis

A firm, sweet-fleshed bottom-dwelling fish caught alongside hake on the South African grounds. Popular in local markets for its versatility excellent pan-fried, grilled, or in curries. Supplied whole and headed & gutted.

Fresh & Frozen Whole · H&G Local Market

Pangas

Pterogymnus laniarius

Also known as Bigeye Stumpnose a reef fish caught in South Africa inshore waters alongside hake. Firm, pink flesh with a delicate flavour. Highly regarded in the local market for braais and pan-frying. Available whole and fresh.

Fresh Whole Local Market

Maasbankers

Trachurus capensis

Cape Horse Mackerel a small, oily pelagic fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids. A popular and affordable seafood staple in South African coastal communities. Supplied whole and fresh, ideal for smoking, grilling, or traditional preparations.

Fresh & Frozen Whole Local Market
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All products are supplied to the local and national market. For export enquiries, custom specifications, or wholesale pricing, please contact our team directly.

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