Global Seafood Alliance Releases Program for Responsible Seafood Summit 2026 in Bangkok

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The Global Seafood Alliance has released the preliminary program for the 2026 Responsible Seafood Summit, scheduled for September 21-24 at the Shangri-La Bangkok in Bangkok, Thailand.

Co-hosted by the Center for Responsible Seafood, the annual event draws industry leaders across supply chain segments to address sustainability, trade, and production challenges. This year's Summit is expected to draw significant representation from the marketplace, with retail and foodservice companies including Albertsons, Walmart, Red Lobster, Waitrose, Captain D's, and Mark Foods confirmed to attend...

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