The Seafood Verification Division team have just returned from Kiritimati Island to conduct the mock audit for the CPPL processing plant as part of the preparatory assessment prior to the Safe Quality Food (SQF) audit visit that will commence on the 8th to 9th October 2025. Since CPPL is ready to export its frozen tail lobsters to the US market mainly Honolulu therefore, this is part of the requirement that CPPL is required to comply with especially to be approved by this certification body.

Additionally, the team had the opportunity to assist other existing and new exporters on basic requirements and key documentation that are important for exporters to know and understand prior to export. This technical support conveyed through a 2 days’ workshop with companies.

The team acknowledged the unwavering support from the Secretary, and the World bank through the PROP to make this mission a successful one.