WANTED: Seafood Business in Australia - Buyer Ready

QUALIFIED BUYER SEEKING SEAFOOD BUSINESS IN AUSTRALIA

Our client, a well-capitalised and operationally experienced buyer with a background in fresh food and wholesale supply, is actively seeking to acquire an established seafood business in Australia.

With strong knowledge of cold chain logistics, retail seafood operations, and foodservice supply, the buyer is focused on businesses offering high-quality products, consistent volume, and long-standing supplier and customer relationships.

The buyer is fully self-funded and ready to proceed immediately with the right opportunity.

TARGETED BUSINESS TYPES:

✦ Retail seafood shops offering fresh and frozen seafood to the public

✦ Wholesale seafood businesses supplying restaurants, hotels, and hospitality venues

✦ Coastal or metro-based seafood operators with direct-from-fisheries or market access

ACQUISITION CRITERIA:

BUSINESS SIZE:

✦ Annual turnover between $600K and $5M

✦ Single-site or multi-location operations considered

✦ Preference for businesses with strong weekday and weekend trade or regular wholesale accounts

LOCATION PREFERENCES:

✦ Major metro cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth

✦ Fish market stalls, high-traffic shopping centres, or standalone retail sites

✦ Coastal or regional hubs with access to fishing supply chains and steady demand

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

✦ HACCP-compliant or council-approved premises with cold storage facilities

✦ Reliable supply channels with reputable fisheries or seafood markets

✦ Positive reputation for product freshness, pricing, and service

✦ Documented systems for handling, hygiene, and delivery logistics

FINANCIAL PARAMETERS:

✦ EBIT between $100K and $800K

✦ Verifiable financial records including breakdown of retail and wholesale revenue

✦ Transparent supplier, lease, staffing, and logistics agreements

BUYER PROFILE:

✦ Background in fresh food retail, distribution, and compliance management

✦ Fully self-funded and backed by a scalable operational team

✦ Committed to maintaining product quality, supplier relationships, and staff retention

✦ Focused on expanding brand presence, customer base, and product offering

TRANSACTION APPROACH:

✦ Open to asset or share purchase structures

✦ Professional and confidential due diligence process

✦ Flexible settlement period and vendor support welcomed

✦ Dedicated to business continuity and long-term development

VENDOR BENEFITS:

✦ Engage with a buyer who understands seafood operations, quality control, and perishability

✦ Receive a fair, market-aligned valuation with flexible terms

✦ Smooth transition process with minimal disruption to staff, suppliers, and customers

✦ Opportunity to see your seafood business grow under experienced and capable new ownership

CONNECT WITH THIS BUYER:

If you own or represent a seafood business that matches this profile, we welcome your confidential enquiry.

Our buyer is actively reviewing seafood business opportunities across Australia and is ready to proceed with qualified vendors.

Please provide a brief overview of your location, product mix, sales channels, facilities, financial performance, and reason for sale. A team member will follow up promptly.

This is your opportunity to transition your seafood business to a buyer who values freshness, efficiency, and sustainable success. Enquire today.