Premium Frozen Baltic Sprat & Herring — From Catch to Frozen in 3 Hours
Premium frozen Baltic Sprat and Baltic Herring, sourced from the cold, nutrient-rich waters of the Baltic Sea (FAO 27.IIId – Gulf of Finland, Gulf of Riga). Caught by our dedicated trawlers, Rossvik and Viru, our fish is delivered to production and flash-frozen within just 3 hours of the catch. This rapid processing guarantees exceptional freshness, preserves the cellular structure, and locks in natural nutrients.
Species & calibration
- Baltic Sprat (Sprattus sprattus balticus): 8–9 cm | 9–10 cm
- Baltic Herring (Clupea harengus membras): 11–14 cm | 13–17 cm
Quality grades, seasons & packaging
- 1st (A) grade — November — April, 12 kg nude block
- 2nd (B) grade — September — November, end of April, 12 kg nude block
- 3rd grade (offcuts) — year-round, 45 kg industrial nude block
Baltic sprat
Sprattus sprattus balticus. Calibration: 8–9 cm | 9–10 cm. Caught in the Gulf of Finland and the Gulf of Riga (FAO 27.IIId) by our own trawlers and flash-frozen within 3 hours of the catch. Available as 1st (A) and 2nd (B) grade in 12 kg nude blocks.
1st (A) grade
Season: November — April
Packaging: 12 kg nude block
Profile: Harvested during the optimal winter months. Features the highest fat content, firm texture and intact belly. Ideal for premium canning, curing and delicate gastronomic processing.
2nd (B) grade
Season: September — November, end of April
Packaging: 12 kg nude block
Profile: Caught during the shoulder seasons. Offers a softer texture and delicate structure. A highly cost-effective and versatile raw material, ideal for processing into pastes, minced products, or everyday canning where visual intactness is not essential.
Baltic herring
Clupea harengus membras. Calibration: 11–14 cm | 13–17 cm. Caught in the same waters by the same vessels, delivered to production and frozen within 3 hours. Available as 1st (A) and 2nd (B) grade in 12 kg nude blocks.
1st (A) grade
Season: November — April
Packaging: 12 kg nude block
Profile: Harvested during the optimal winter months. Features the highest fat content, firm texture and intact belly. Ideal for premium canning, curing and delicate gastronomic processing.
2nd (B) grade
Season: September — November, end of April
Packaging: 12 kg nude block
Profile: Caught during the shoulder seasons. Offers a softer texture and delicate structure. A highly cost-effective and versatile raw material, ideal for processing into pastes, minced products, or everyday canning where visual intactness is not essential.
3rd grade (offcuts)
Season: Year-round
Packaging: 45 kg industrial nude block
Profile: A reliable and efficient raw material strictly intended for further industrial processing, fishmeal or animal feed production.
Why Choose Briis Raw Material?
We don’t just supply fish; we supply absolute freshness. Because we own our vessels and our processing plant, there are no middlemen and no delays. Whether you are a cannery, a wholesale distributor, or a food manufacturer, Briis delivers raw material you can trust — every single time.
- Own trawlers Rossvik and Viru — catch in the Gulf of Finland and the Gulf of Riga
- Own processing plant in Maardu, Estonia — frozen within 3 hours of the catch
- Three quality grades — from premium canning to industrial processing
- Stable supply and special terms for large wholesale buyers
Frequently asked questions
Do you supply frozen Baltic sprat and Baltic herring as raw material?
Yes. AS DGM Shipping supplies frozen Baltic sprat (Sprattus sprattus) and Baltic herring (Clupea harengus membras) as raw material for canneries, fish processors, wholesalers and other industrial customers.
We have our own fishing fleet, our own fishing quotas and our own processing facility in Estonia, giving us direct control over raw material supply, quality and traceability.
Frozen sprat and herring are available in different size calibrations and quality grades, typically packed in 12 kg nude blocks for industrial processing. Depending on the product and customer requirements, we can also supply headed and gutted (HG) fish.
Supply is available for customers across Europe and other export markets.
We guarantee to our partners:
· High quality.
· Complete range.
· Timely delivery.
· Reasonable prices.
· Loyalty for regular clients.
· Special terms and conditions for large wholesale buyers.
We are ready to cooperate with anyone who is interested in the quality fish products steady supply.
Contacts
Phone: +372 55 32 505
E-mail: info@briis.eu
AS DGM SHIPPING
Nurmevälja str. 1
74114 Maardu, Estonia
Reg. nr. 10061617
KMKR EE100412077
