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World's leading lobster and scallop supplier.

East Coast Seafood Group (ECSG) and its companies sell live lobster, fresh and frozen lobster products, fresh and frozen scallops and fin-fish throughout the United States, Europe and Asia. ECSG with its subsidiaries are listed in the top 15 N. American Seafood Companies. Read more

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Capt. Wells Scallops

For four generations, the Wells name has been synonymous with freshness and quality.

The family-owned business, Wells Ice and Cold Storage, enjoys an excellent reputation in the scallop industry.  Capt. Wells Brand Scallops are tender with a sweet, nut-like flavor and are available year round, being abundant in the deep waters of the Atlantic off the coast of Virginia and the northern and mid-Atlantic states. Consistent supply means that you can offer scallops on your menu with confidence.

 

Capt. Wells Products

Capt. Wells Products

  • IQF - Individually Quick Frozen
  • Frozen at Sea
  • Block Frozen
  • Fresh Gallons
  • Catch-weight bags
Various Size Options

Various Size Options

  • U/10, 10/20, and 20/30
  • U/10, U/12, 10/20, 20/30 and 30/40
  • U/10, 10/20, 20/30, and 30/40
  • U/10, 10/20, 20/30, and 30/40
  • U/10, 10/20, 20/30, and 30/40

To view additional product information, please visit our product catalog here.  


History

Captain Wells' father started in the seafood business in the 1920’s, and the Wells family has been involved in the fishing industry for four generations. Bills Wells, Jr., founded Wells Scallop Company in 1979 with his flaghip vessel, the F/V Carolina Queen. Later in the same year, Wells and his partner, V.J. O'Neal, moved to Seaford, Virginia, and formed the Seaford Scallop Company. The company grew quickly and by 1982, operated eighteen vessels and was known as one of the largest scallop fleet operators on the East Coast.

In 1988, Mr. Wells and his son, Bill Wells III, formed Wells Ice and Cold Storage and began processing scallops themselves at a new facility in Seaford. Mr. Wells also bought out his partner and sold a portion of his fleet to eight independent contractors who continue to sell their catch to Capt. Wells. There are currently four vessels producing frozen-at-sea scallops and nine "wet" (fresh scallop) boats offloading at the Wells' facility.

 

 


 

US Atlantic Scallops Fishing Zones

In 2016, US Vessels will receive three 17,000 lb trips into a tri-region “megatron” restricted area which includes Hudson Canyon, Delmarva and Elephant Trunk. In addition the boats will have 34 Open Area Days to fish in unrestricted areas.

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US Atlantic Scallops Boat Prices

With scallops sizes being smaller this year, this will keep U/10’s at a Premium but lower prices on smaller sizes. Overall we continue to see a continued lack of imports which will reduce total supply. Looking ahead, expected increase in 2017 harvest will keep year end prices in check.


Browse our Scallop Products

All Natural Scallops

All Natural Scallops

Seatrade International
Raw IQF Scallops

Raw IQF Scallops

Seatrade International
Frozen at Sea Block Scallops

Frozen at Sea Block Scallops

Waterfront Facility

 

With a prime location on the waterfront port of New Bedford, this processing facility offers direct access to the daily catch of scallops and fin-fish. In addition to scallops, the company plans to process lobster products at the facility. Learn more about Seatrade's robust product offerings.

Harborfront Location

Harborfront Location

Our 66,000 square foot processing facility in New Bedford's bustling scallop port.
Close to the resource

Close to the resource

Our New Bedford home boasts the largest seafood landings in the USA.
Straight off the boats

Straight off the boats

Our location provides direct access to the harvest and product lines.
State of the art Facility

State of the art Facility

Seatrade North offers high quality products and quality control.

  • New Bedford, MA is the United States largest fishing port

    New Bedford, MA is the United States largest fishing port

  • Home to our beautiful new waterfront facility

    Home to our beautiful new waterfront facility

  • In the heart of the scallop resource

    In the heart of the scallop resource

  • Direct access to New Bedford's Whaling City Display Auction

    Direct access to New Bedford's Whaling City Display Auction

  • From the boats

    From the boats

  • To our 66,000 sq ft facility

    To our 66,000 sq ft facility

  • Customer service for global orders

    Customer service for global orders

  • A large state-of the-art test kitchen

    A large state-of the-art test kitchen

  • From our home to yours

    From our home to yours

  • Close to the Resource

    Close to the Resource

 

Product Catalog

Seatrade is your connection for quality scallops and fin-fish, fresh or frozen.  Let Seatrade be your resource. Our experienced team can help you grow your business.

Product Showcase

All Natural Scallops

All Natural Scallops

Seatrade International
Raw IQF Scallops

Raw IQF Scallops

Seatrade International
Frozen at Sea Block Scallops

Frozen at Sea Block Scallops

 

Our State of the Art Facilities

New Bedford, Massachusetts | Lakeville, Massachusetts

Packed Daily

Packed Daily

Packing scallops for global shipments.
Graded and Cleaned

Graded and Cleaned

High quality product and quality control.
Sized to Order

Sized to Order

Graded and packed by size requirements.
Off the boat

Off the boat

Received every day from the docks.

 

 

Contacts

Our sales and production team with customer service support, are always happy to hear from you.  Please review our various facility contacts below.

 

New Bedford North

New Bedford North

10 North Front Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
774-305-4948
Lakeville Facility

Lakeville Facility

310R Kenneth Welch Drive
Lakeville, MA 02347
774-419-1200

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THE WORLD’S LEADING SUPPLIER OF
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10 North Front Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
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