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Registration Now Open for the 2025 Responsible Seafood Summit

The Global Seafood Alliance (GSA) has announced that registration is officially open for the highly anticipated 2025 Responsible Seafood Summit. This premier international event will take place from September 29 to October 2 at the luxurious Intercontinental Cartagena de Indias in Cartagena, Colombia.

The Significance of a Historical Location

Cartagena, a historic port city known for its rich maritime heritage and vibrant culture, serves as an inspiring backdrop for the Summit. This marks the first return of the event to South America since 2018, creating an exciting opportunity for attendees to engage with seafood industry leaders in a culturally rich environment.

GSA’s Vice President of Marketing and Communications, Devan Meserve, expressed their excitement about the event, stating, "Cartagena offers an inspiring backdrop for global conversations about the future of responsible seafood. We look forward to welcoming attendees to this vibrant setting.”

What Awaits Attendees

The Responsible Seafood Summit, now in its 24th year, is the foremost international conference focused on advancing responsible practices throughout the seafood supply chain encompassing aquaculture, fisheries, and marketplace dynamics. Participants from around the globe will convene for three days of networking opportunities, engaging discussions, and field trips designed to address major challenges and opportunities in seafood production and trade.

Among the highlights of this year's event will be:

• - A welcome reception to kick off the conference
• - A cocktail hour celebrating the finalists of the 2025 Innovation Award
• - A special cultural dinner experience that highlights the unique flavors and culinary traditions of Colombia’s Caribbean coast

Explore Colombia’s Seafood Sector

Participants will have the unique chance to experience firsthand the diversity of Colombia's seafood sector through organized field trips. These excursions will allow attendees to learn more about local initiatives aimed at promoting sustainability and responsible seafood practices.

Registration Benefits

Registration for the Summit provides access to all conference sessions, panel discussions, and breakout sessions, in addition to entry to networking events and evening receptions. Attendees will also enjoy select meals and the option to sign up for additional field trips. This event is designed for a range of seafood professionals including producers, suppliers, buyers, researchers, NGOs, and policymakers—anyone dedicated to fostering a more resilient and responsible seafood system.

Early Bird Registration and Accommodation

Those interested in participating in this influential gathering are encouraged to register early. Early bird registration is available until June 30, granting attendees a discounted price. GSA has also secured special room rates at the Intercontinental Cartagena de Indias, the primary venue for the event, but spaces are limited so early booking is advised.

Don’t miss out on being part of this influential assembly of global seafood leaders. For more details and to register, visit GSA’s official Summit page today!