This guide addresses developments in seafood cold chain including selected aspects of refrigeration process (including equipment and storage conditions of chilling and freezing), safety and shelf–life issues, and regulation and legislation.

Failure to meet market requirements in terms quality and safety will often result in rejections of consignments and food loss and waste.

The overall aim of the optimised chilling protocols is to describe the most effective chilling methods for any stage in the food supply chain with emphasis on whitefish.

Overview of technology best practice issues and development ideas.

Overview of handling and chilling practice related to various forms of transport.