Rhode Island, known for its vibrant commercial fishing industry, houses a number of specialized companies that deliver a variety of aquatic fare. Ranging from shellfish farms to deep-sea fishing charters, these companies contribute significantly to the local economy and food supply while adhering to sustainable practices. They offer a wide array of products and services including, but not limited to, fresh mussels, clams, oysters, a variety of fish species, and unique fishing experiences. With the rise in seafood consumption and focus on sustainability, this industry is expected to continue thriving in the coming years.


Top 23 commercial fishing companies in Rhode Island

1. American Mussel Harvesters INC

  • Website: americanmussel.com
  • Headquarters: North Kingstown, Rhode Island, United States
  • Founded: 1986
  • Headcount: 51-200
  • Latest funding type: Grant
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American Mussel Harvesters is a second generation Rhode Island-based company that farms, fishes, packs, and ships live mussels, oysters, and clams. They offer high-quality protein with a delicious flavor that is good for you and the environment.


2. Seafreeze

  • Website: seafreezeltd.com
  • Headquarters: North Kingstown, Rhode Island, United States
  • Founded: 1984
  • Headcount: 11-50

Seafreeze Ltd. is a fishing company that supplies customers with a variety of options and products, whether it is Seafreeze Ltd. production or products from their partners worldwide.


3. Block Island Fishing Charters

Block Island Fishing Charters is a charter fishing service based in New Shoreham, RI. Offering full-day, 3/4-day, and half-day charters, the crew consistently brings in superior catches of striped bass, bluefish, shark, and tuna. They offer Wind Farm Tours and provide a great sport fishing experience.


4. Neptune Trading Group, Ltd.

Neptune Trading Group is an experienced seafood supplier, offering high-quality seafood products at affordable prices. The company imports, exports, and distributes seafood globally, including Alaskan Rex Sole, Atlantic Grey Sole, Atlantic Mackerel, Illex Squid, and Pacific Hake.


5. Island Outfitters

Fishing Victoria is a company that offers a comprehensive range of fishing products and services. They provide high-quality fishing equipment, guided fishing trips, and information about fishing spots and techniques.


6. Salt Water Fishing Report

  • Website: mako2.com
  • Headquarters: Galilee, Rhode Island, United States
  • Headcount: 1-10

Salt Water Fishing Report is a company that operates in the Media and Entertainment industry. It employs 1-5 people and has $0M-$1M of revenue. The company is headquartered in Galilee, Rhode Island.


7. Mako II

  • Website: makoii.com
  • Headquarters: Wakefield, Rhode Island, United States
  • Headcount: 1-10
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The Charter Boat MAKO II is one of Rhode Island's Premiere Charter Boats, Specializing in Striped Bass Charters as well Fluke, Sea Bass, Tautog and Blue Fish.


8. Greenfins Global LLC

  • Website: greenfins.com
  • Headquarters: Portsmouth, Rhode Island, United States
  • Founded: 2009
  • Headcount: 1-10
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Greenfins Aquaculture Center of Excellence is a public-private partnership that offers a platform for collaboration with researchers and institutions globally for investigating critical elements of pelagic finfish. They provide researchers with the opportunity to work with large tuna, mahi-mahi and other pelagic species.


9. J. Goodison Company, Inc.

  • Website: jgoodison.com
  • Headquarters: North Kingstown, Rhode Island, United States
  • Founded: 1999
  • Headcount: 11-50
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J. Goodison Co. is a full-service shipyard and marine repair contractor serving the East Coast, Gulf Coast, and Great Lakes Regions of the United States. They offer marine services such as ship repair, ship painting, and equipment maintenance. With their new mobile ship hoist, they can service vessels as large as barges and passenger ferries.


10. Reel-Time Forums

  • Website: reel-time.com
  • Headquarters: Bristol, Rhode Island, United States
  • Headcount: 51-200

Reel-Time.com is an internet journal of saltwater fishing that provides articles and videos on various fishing techniques, fish species and conservation efforts.


11. Blount Boats

  • Website: blountboats.com
  • Headquarters: Warren, Rhode Island, United States
  • Founded: 1949
  • Headcount: 51-200
  • Latest funding type: Grant
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Blount Boats is a commercial boat builder and shipyard based in Warren, Rhode Island. They specialize in the construction of passenger/vehicle ferries, excursion/dinner cruises, wind farm service vessels, crew boats, tug & work boats, and specialty vessels.


12. Ocean Xplorer Yachts

We specialize in the expedition yacht market for new builds, conversions and brokerage. For the last 25-years, Paul Madden has worked in the upper echelon of the global ship and yacht manufacturing business, representing companies in US, Monaco, Mexico (Camper & Nicholsons), Germany (Blohm+Voss/ThyssenKrupp) and Italy (CRN/Ferretti). His expertise includes complex international brokerage transactions, new vessel construction (over €100 million), and marine asset finance. Paul Madden received his MBA from Boston University's School of Management, Brussels Graduate Center in Belgium, and also has a Graduate Degree from The National Film & Television School of England.


13. Verifish

  • Website: veri.fish
  • Headquarters: Providence, Rhode Island, United States
  • Headcount: 1-10

Verifish is an Irish Technology company which provides software and advisory services to the seafood sector. The company utilises blockchain technology in its bespoke software package to improve traceability and sustainability by digitally recording transactions in a supply chain. Traceability and sustainability are important topics for consumers who wish to learn more about the food they are buying and where it comes from. Recent consumer trends highlight a trend to living a more sustainable lifestyle to help protect the environment for future generations. Companies now recognise that blockchain technology can help implement their corporate buying policy, whilst the product's provenance is important in educating consumers to make better informed decisions. Brands see that the independent verification of their claims as necessary to build that trust with consumers. The independent verification and the telling of the products story have led firms to engage with our Verifact platform. Verifact takes information from the supply chain and demonstrates to consumers in a quick but informative way, that the produce they are purchasing is sustainably or organically produced or certified.


14. Spearfishing Rhode Island

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15. Sea Fresh U.S.A., INC

  • Website: seafreshusa.com
  • Headquarters: North Kingstown, Rhode Island, United States
  • Founded: 1981
  • Headcount: 11-50
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Sea Fresh USA is a seafood company that offers fresh and frozen seafood products to customers around the world.


16. Bristol Harbor Group, Inc.

Bristol Harbor Group, Inc. is a full-service naval architecture and marine engineering firm specializing in commercial vessel design and consulting.


17. DiSanto, Priest & Co.

DiSanto Priest & Co. is a full-service financial services firm specializing in accounting, tax planning, compliance, advisory services, business valuation, litigation support, cost segregation, fraud, forensic and transaction advisory services.


18. Trawlworks Inc

TRAWLWORKS, INC. is a supplier and distributor of marine hardware and rigging supplies for industrial, institutional, and commercial fishing. The sources for its products and materials are primarily of USA and European origin. The product range includes items such as blocks, chain, fittings, wire rope, synthetic rope, and netting.


19. Markarian & Meehan, Ltd., CPA's

Markarian & Meehan, Ltd. is southern Rhode Island’s premier full-service accounting and consulting firm. We are a boutique firm dedicated to providing you value through various proactive strategies in a dynamic economic landscape. We are a recognized leader in our field by providing exceptional accounting, advisory, tax services and much more. As trusted advisors, we are committed to guiding you with knowledge and sound advice to successfully make your dreams become a reality. We have saved our clients thousands and thousands of dollars, year after year, for more than 40 years utilizing forward looking planning strategies. Let us help you reach your desired goals! As a client of M&M we commit to treating you with a personal touch and not just a number. Come join us in historic Wakefield, Rhode Island and we will show you what we can do for you!


20. River Rebel Chartere

Welcome to River Rebel Sport Fishing Charters of Rhode Island. River Rebel Charters' Captain Randell Bagwell and Captain Joe Bagwell have been fishing the waters of Rhode Island and Southern Mass for over 20 years, and have a great deal of fishing experience and love to share the knowledge with others from the novice to trading tips and stories with the old salts. Come join us for a good day of fishing on the waters of Rhode Island and Southern Mass., you will have a great time and catch fish too. We specialize in charter fishing Narragansett Bay, Newport, Point Judith, Block Island, Cuttyhunk and Martha’s Vineyard for Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Sea Bass, Sharks, and Tuna. We take a maximum of 4 anglers and for larger parties we are partnered with a network of Charter Captains and boats available to accommodate your party. We also welcome families with children and beginners. Children are always encouraged to try their skills at catching Bass, Scup, Fluke and the almighty fighter of the bay, the Blue fish. All bait & tackle is provided.


21. Champlins Seafood

Champlin's Seafood Deck is a seafood restaurant and market located in Galilee, Rhode Island, specializing in fresh lobster and shellfish from the Atlantic Ocean and Narragansett Bay.


22. East Coast Charters

East Coast Charters, Elite Guided Sport Fishing Operation based in Rhode Island. www.eastcoastchartersri.com


23. Cape Cod Charter Fishing Boats

A Directory of The Best Cape Cod Charter Fishing Boats - Light Tackle Fishing Charters on Cape Cod - Striper, Striped Bass, Tuna, Marlin, Billfish, Cod, Blues - Cape Cod, Massachusetts.


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