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AQUACULTURE & QUALITY
What is marine aquaculture?
Marine aquaculture refers to the farming of fish in a marine environment, in
controlled conditions.
Contrary to some misconceptions, it allows the production of fish from
quality while reducing pressure on wild stocks.
At Gloria Maris, our fish are raised in a preserved marine environment, with special attention paid to their well-being and water quality.
What is the difference between farmed fish and wild fish?
A wild fish depends on the vagaries of fishing and the resources available in
more.
Farmed fish, when produced under good conditions, offers:
- consistent quality
- complete traceability
- regular availability
- a controlled impact on natural resources
At Gloria Maris, our products are often indistinguishable from wild ones during
blind tastings by chefs.
Can a farmed fish be high-end?
Yes, absolutely, provided that it meets strict criteria.
At Gloria Maris, the premium positioning is based on:
- low livestock density
- a controlled diet
- preserved natural environments
- demanding certifications
It is this level of quality that allows our fish to be featured on gourmet tables and at events like the Bocuse d'Or.
How can we guarantee the taste quality of farmed fish?
Taste quality depends on several factors:
- water quality
- the space available for the fish
- food
- stress (or its absence)
At Gloria Maris, these parameters are controlled at every stage of the chain.
value, from hatchery to delivery.
LABELS & CERTIFICATIONS
What is the Label Rouge in aquaculture?
The Label Rouge is an official French mark guaranteeing superior quality.
He imposes:
- reduced stocking density
- certified food
- a taste quality validated by expert panels
At Gloria Maris, several species such as meagre or sea bream benefit from this demanding label.
What is the difference between Label Rouge, Organic and ASC?
These labels serve different purposes:
- Label Rouge: superior taste quality
- Organic: strict respect for the environment and no antibiotics
- ASC: International sustainability standard
We combine these approaches depending on the site to guarantee both quality,
sustainability and traceability.
What does “Guaranteed French Origin” mean for a fish?
This label certifies that the fish is entirely raised and processed in France.
This is a key criterion for:
- transparency
- food sovereignty
- the reduction of transport
It is notably applied to the productions of the Opal Coast.
Are your fish traceable?
Yes, every fish can be traced from the hatchery to the end customer.
This traceability guarantees:
- food security
- transparency
- consistency of quality
SUSTAINABILITY & ENVIRONMENT
Is aquaculture sustainable?
When done properly, yes.
Aquaculture allows us to:
- limit overfishing
- secure the food supply
- reduce pressure on wild ecosystems
At Gloria Maris, we integrate concrete practices: sites in Natura 2000 areas, energy optimization, organic supply chains without antibiotics
How is Gloria Maris reducing its environmental impact?
We are taking action on several levels:
- selection of preserved natural sites
- optimized resource management
- innovation (e.g., industrial heat recovery)
- alternative food sources (algae, insects, in R&D)
Our goal is to produce better, with less impact.
Do you use antibiotics?
In European aquaculture, the preventive use of antibiotics is strictly prohibited: a drug is only used in the event of a declared disease, and always on the prescription of a veterinarian after diagnosis.
On our scale, we have chosen to be uncompromising with 0 treatment.
Our priority is prevention: water quality, low stocking densities, healthy feed and vaccination of fish when recommended, in order to avoid the appearance of diseases.
We don't administer any antibiotic or antiparasitic treatments to our fish because we don't need them thanks to these preventative care methods. It's a real success, and we're cited as an example of best practices throughout the Mediterranean!
PRODUCTS & SUPPLY
What species does Gloria Maris offer?
We primarily raise:
- Bar
- Royal sea bream
- Skinny
- Bar Alevins
Each species is associated with a specific terroir.
What is your production capacity?
Gloria Maris produces approximately 4,000 tonnes of fish per year, spread across several
sites in France and the Mediterranean.
Can you guarantee a regular supply?
Of course, thanks to our multi-site organization, our control of the production chain and our in-house hatchery, we ensure a high level of supply stability, essential for the
professionals.
Do you work internationally?
Yes, we already export to several countries, particularly in Europe and Asia, with a focus on strengthening our international development.
PARTNERSHIPS & CLIENTS
Who are our products intended for?
We work exclusively in B2B with:
- gourmet chefs and restaurateurs
- fishmongers and artisans
- premium retail brands
Why choose Gloria Maris as a supplier?
Our partners choose us for consistent quality, traceability, certifications, the ability to tell a product story and long-term reliability.
Some clients have trusted us for over 20 years.
Do you offer promotional materials to enhance your products at the point of sale?
Of course, we support our partners with:
- product sheets
- sales pitches
- storytelling content
- highlighting of labels
Can we visit your production sites?
Depending on the circumstances, visits can be arranged for professional partners.
This is a unique opportunity to understand our approach and to see the quality of our practices in the field.
AQUACULTURE & QUALITY
LABELS & CERTIFICATIONS
SUSTAINABILITY & ENVIRONMENT
PRODUCTS & SUPPLY
PARTNERSHIPS & CLIENTS
What is marine aquaculture?
Marine aquaculture refers to the farming of fish in a marine environment, under controlled conditions. Contrary to some misconceptions, it allows for the production of high-quality fish while reducing pressure on wild stocks.
At Gloria Maris, our fish are raised in a preserved marine environment, with special attention paid to their well-being and water quality.
What is the difference between farmed fish and wild fish?
Wild fish depend on the vagaries of fishing and the resources available at sea. Farmed fish, when produced under good conditions, offer:
- consistent quality
- complete traceability
- regular availability
- a controlled impact on natural resources
At Gloria Maris, our products are often indistinguishable from wild ones during blind tastings by chefs.
Can a farmed fish be high-end?
Yes, absolutely — provided that it meets strict criteria.
At Gloria Maris, the premium positioning is based on:
- low livestock density
- a controlled diet
- preserved natural environments
- demanding certifications
It is this level of quality that allows our fish to be featured on gourmet tables and at events like the Bocuse d'Or.
How can we guarantee the taste quality of farmed fish?
Marine aquaculture refers to the farming of fish in a marine environment, under controlled conditions. Contrary to some misconceptions, it allows for the production of high-quality fish while reducing pressure on wild stocks.
At Gloria Maris, our fish are raised in a preserved marine environment, with special attention paid to their well-being and water quality.
What is the Label Rouge in aquaculture?
These labels serve different purposes:
- Label Rouge: superior taste quality
- Organic: strict respect for the environment and no antibiotics
- ASC: International standard for sustainability
Gloria Maris combines these approaches depending on the site to guarantee quality, sustainability and traceability.
What is the difference between Label Rouge, Organic and ASC?
These labels serve different purposes:
- Label Rouge: superior taste quality
- Organic: strict respect for the environment and no antibiotics
- ASC: International standard for sustainability
Gloria Maris combines these approaches depending on the site to guarantee quality, sustainability and traceability.
What does “Guaranteed French Origin” mean for a fish?
This label certifies that the fish is entirely raised and processed in France. This is a key criterion for:
- transparency
- food sovereignty
- The reduction of transport is particularly applied to productions from the Opal Coast.
Are your fish traceable?
Yes.
Each fish can be traced from the hatchery to the end customer.
This traceability guarantees:
- food security
- transparency
- consistency of quality
An advanced traceability project (blockchain type) is also under development.
Is aquaculture sustainable?
When done properly, yes.
Aquaculture allows us to:
- limit overfishing
- secure the food supply
- reduce pressure on wild ecosystems
At Gloria Maris, we integrate concrete practices:
- sites in Natura 2000 zones
- energy optimization
- organic supply chains without antibiotics
How is Gloria Maris reducing its environmental impact?
We are taking action on several levels:
- choice of preserved natural sites
- optimized resource management
- innovation (e.g., industrial heat recovery)
- alternative food (algae, insects — in R&D)
Our goal is to produce better, with less impact.
Do you use antibiotics?
No, not in our organic supply chains. More broadly, our approach prioritizes:
- prevention
- animal welfare
- optimal breeding conditions
-
This greatly limits the use of treatments.
What species does Gloria Maris offer?
We primarily raise:
- Bar
- Royal sea bream
- Skinny
- Bar Alevins
Each species is associated with a specific terroir.
What is your production capacity?
Gloria Maris produces approximately 4,000 tonnes of fish per year, spread across several sites in France and the Mediterranean.
Can you guarantee a regular supply?
Yes.
Thanks to :
- our multi-site organization
- our mastery of the production chain
- our internal incubator
We ensure a high level of supply stability, which is essential for professionals.
Do you work internationally?
Yes, we already export to several countries, particularly in Europe and Asia, with a focus on strengthening our international development.
Who are our products intended for?
We work exclusively in B2B with:
- gourmet chefs and restaurateurs
- fishmongers and artisans
- premium retail brands
Why choose Gloria Maris as a supplier?
Our partners choose us because:
- consistency of quality
- traceability
- certifications
- the ability to tell a story produced
- long-term reliability
Some clients have trusted us for over 20 years.
Do you offer promotional materials to enhance your products at the point of sale?
Yes.
We support our partners with:
- product sheets
- sales pitches
- storytelling content
- highlighting the labels
Can we visit your production sites?
Depending on the circumstances, visits can be arranged for professional partners. This is a unique opportunity to understand our approach and see the quality of our practices firsthand.
How can I get in touch with you?
You can contact us via our online form or directly through our sales teams. We carefully review each request to build a suitable partnership.
