The call is directed to export-oriented SMEs and/or companies with export potential that have solutions in marine products or in the aquaculture sector, including services, equipment, technological innovation and inputs.

The regional director of ProChile in Los Lagos, Ricardo Arriagada, reported that the second call is already open for Chilean SMEs interested in participating in the Seafood Expo Global 2026, which will take place between April 21 and 23 in Barcelona, Spain. 

The fair is considered the main international commercial event of the sector, bringing together thousands of buyers, suppliers and specialists from various markets. This opportunity also allows to strengthen international insertion, generate business networks and position the Chilean exportable offer, both in marine products and in services, technology and inputs related to aquaculture. 

The call is directed at export-oriented SMEs and/or companies with export potential that have solutions in marine products or in the aquaculture sector, including services, equipment, technological innovation and inputs. The deadline is next Tuesday 24 February at 13:00 hours. 

Arriagada highlighted that "the Los Lagos region concentrates the most relevant core of national aquaculture and has driven the emergence of highly specialized supplier companies. Many of these companies are already offering solutions on a global level, which strengthens Chilean competitiveness in the sector." 

Fishery and aquaculture exports at national level during 2025 reached US$ 9,186 million, with a growth of 4.4% compared to 2024. The main destination markets for these shipments were the United States (US$ 2,918 million), Japan (US$ 1,346 million), Brazil (US$ 871 million), China (US$ 740 million) and Spain (US$ 367 million). 

The national offer includes from high-density polyethylene or HDPE vessels, plastic containers, cages, buoys and nets, to metal goods such as refrigeration systems, cold equipment, automatic feeders, net hydrocleaners, fish counting pumps and industrial machinery. To this are added vessel paints, applied electronics, technological innovation and specialized services such as consultancy. environmental and design of aquaculture facilities.  

More information and details of the application in the following link.