Laitram Machinery is now a member of the Global Shrimp Council
- Laitram Machinery
- 13 hours ago
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🦐 Happy #NationalShrimpDay from Laitram Machinery! 🦐
Today, we’re proud to celebrate shrimp and the incredible global industry that brings this exceptional protein to tables everywhere.

For 75 years, Laitram Machinery has been at the forefront of shrimp processing innovation, partnering with processors worldwide to deliver cutting-edge technology, SMART designs, and data-driven solutions that drive efficiency and profitability.
Laitram Machinery was the first seafood processing technology manufacturer to join the Global Shrimp Council! Global Shrimp Council This milestone deepens our commitment to the shrimp industry and unites us with industry leaders who share our passion for advancing the future of shrimp.

What is the Global Shrimp Council? The Global Shrimp Council is a collaborative initiative that promotes shrimp as a healthy, sustainable, and delicious protein choice for consumers worldwide. By bringing together producers, processors, and now technology innovators, the Council works to increase global shrimp consumption through education, marketing, and advocacy. Its mission is to build consumer trust, highlight the nutritional benefits of shrimp, and support responsible growth across the industry.
What does this mean for Laitram Machinery and increased shrimp consumption? By joining the Global Shrimp Council, Laitram Machinery is amplifying the message that shrimp is a versatile and nutritious food and a product of continuous innovation and responsible practices. Our participation enables us to collaborate more closely with industry partners to raise awareness, improve quality, and make shrimp accessible and appealing to consumers everywhere. For many years, Laitram Machinery, beginning with innovations from J.M., has transformed the shrimp processing industry, reducing consumer costs and expanding the market for this abundant, high-protein source.

Our relentless focus on continuous improvement and automation has helped our customers save millions, increase yields, improve sanitation, bring data to daily processing tasks, and support the world’s growing appetite for shrimp. As we join the Shrimp Council, we look forward to collaborating even more closely with partners across the value chain to build a stronger, more innovative, and sustainable shrimp industry.
Here’s to the processors, innovators, and everyone who makes shrimp the world’s favorite seafood. Together, we’re shaping the future of shrimp—one smart solution at a time.
