Cámara Nacional de Acuacultura

What Cámara Nacional de Acuacultura does

Cámara Nacional de Acuacultura (CNA), founded on July 28, 1993, is Ecuador's official private industry chamber representing the national shrimp aquaculture sector. Headquartered in Guayaquil's Kennedy Norte business district, the organization serves shrimp producers, exporters, input suppliers, and international buyers across Ecuador's coastal provinces (Santa Elena, Manabí, El Oro, Guayas) and foreign markets including the United States, Europe, China, Japan, and the United Arab Emirates. CNA delivers an integrated service portfolio covering technical advisory, legal counsel, foreign-trade support, security coordination for the shrimp sector, and policy advocacy with Ecuadorian government ministries and regulatory bodies. Its members collectively account for an industry that produces 50% of the Americas' shrimp, contributes approximately 3% of Ecuador's GDP, exports to over 50 countries, and sustains roughly 300,000 direct and indirect jobs.

CNA's product platform spans flagship media (Revista Aquacultura, published continuously since 1994 with 169+ editions reaching 40,000+ readers per issue across more than 20 countries, plus the AquaBusiness audiovisual format and CNA Podcast), market intelligence (the Shrimp Market digital platform with news, data, and market-access modules, plus monthly export statistics and price reports), the AQUAEXPO trade show franchise (International, Santa Elena, and El Oro editions, with the 2025 international edition featuring more than 400 commercial stands), and the Ecuador First Class Shrimp and El Mejor Camarón del Mundo international brand identities. Supporting offerings include a security bulletin with criminal-incidence mapping, Certificates of Origin issued through an alliance with Cámara de Industrias de Guayaquil, nutritional and master guides for shrimp, sustainability programs (Race to the Top Forum, Cuidamos lo que Cultivamos recycling campaign), and social initiatives such as the CamaRun charity race.

CNA generates revenue through four principal streams: recurring annual membership affiliation fees from shrimp producers and exporters; professional-services revenue from organizing AQUAEXPO events (congress fees, exhibition booth rentals); subscription revenue from Revista Aquacultura, the Ultimate Shrimp Guide, and Shrimp Market commercial intelligence reports; and certification fees for Certificates of Origin. Distribution to international buyers is delivered through organized Ecuador First Class Shrimp pavilions at major seafood trade fairs (Seafood Expo North America in Boston, Seafood Expo Global in Barcelona, Conxemar in Vigo, China Fisheries & Seafood Expo, Gulfood in Dubai, and the Japan International Seafood & Technology Expo in Tokyo).

Name

Cámara Nacional de Acuacultura

Legal name

Cámara Nacional de Acuacultura

Website

https://cna-ecuador.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Cámara Nacional de Acuacultura is Ecuador's official national chamber for the shrimp aquaculture sector, providing its producer, exporter, and input-supplier members with technical advisory, legal counsel, market intelligence, the AQUAEXPO trade show franchise, the Revista Aquacultura publication, and international brand promotion via the Ecuador First Class Shrimp pavilions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industry Association / Aquaculture Trade Association Services

NAICS

Aquaculture (11251), Animal Production and Aquaculture (112)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Crustacean Farming (e.g., shrimp, prawns, crab) (AFAEAAAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Seafood & Aquaculture Certification Services (MSC/ASC/BAP) (AFALAMAL), Sanitary & Phytosanitary (SPS) & Food Safety Regulatory Cooperation (BPADANAF)

Keywords

• Shrimp aquaculture association
• Industry chamber services
• Aquaculture trade events
• Shrimp market intelligence
• Export statistics and certification

Headquarters

HQ city

Kennedy

HQ country

Colombia

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual affiliation fees for shrimp producers, exporters, and related businesses in the Ecuadorian aquaculture sector
2. Event Organization: Revenue from organizing AQUAEXPO events in multiple provinces (Santa Elena, El Oro, Guayaquil/International), including congress fees and exhibition booth rentals
3. Publications and Subscriptions: Sales of Revista Aquacultura magazine subscriptions, the Ultimate Shrimp Guide nutritional guide, and Shrimp Market subscriptions for commercial intelligence reports
4. Certification Services: Issuance of Certificates of Origin through alliance with Cámara de Industrias de Guayaquil for exporters

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

CNA is Ecuador's official industry chamber for shrimp aquaculture, delivering a comprehensive suite of member services covering technical assistance, legal and regulatory advisory, security coordination, foreign trade support, and market intelligence. Its sellable offerings include the Revista Aquacultura bimonthly magazine (print and digital), the Shrimp Market intelligence platform with statistics and data reports, the AQUAEXPO trade show series, the Ecuador First Class Shrimp and El Mejor Camarón del Mundo international brands, nutritional and Ultimate Shrimp guides, security bulletins, Certificates of Origin issuance, podcasts and online training (CNA Online), and social/sustainability programs such as CamaRun and the "Cuidamos lo que Cultivamos" recycling campaign.

Product overview

Cámara Nacional de Acuacultura (CNA) is Ecuador's national aquaculture chamber representing the shrimp industry. The organization offers a portfolio of services including the prestigious Revista Aquacultura magazine (print and digital), the Shrimp Market intelligence platform, AQUAEXPO trade events (International, Santa Elena, El Oro editions), nutritional guides, the Ecuador First Class Shrimp brand for international promotion, and El Mejor Camarón del Mundo brand for domestic initiatives. Supporting services include statistics and market data, security bulletins, certificates of origin, podcasts, sustainability initiatives like the recycling campaign, and social programs like CamaRun. The organization serves as a comprehensive platform for Ecuador's shrimp industry covering technical assistance, foreign trade support, training, and market intelligence.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Revista Aquacultura Magazine Specialized bimonthly industry magazine for the aquaculture sector with over 30 years of continuous publication and 169+ editions. Reaches more than 40,000 readers per edition with over 3,000 printed copies, available in both printed and digital formats, with digital platform presence in more than 20 countries. For shrimp industry professionals and stakeholders.
• Shrimp Market Intelligence Platform Market intelligence platform providing news, statistics, data, and market access information on the global and Ecuadorian shrimp market, including shrimp market news, data reports, sanitary habilitation reports (fichas de habilitación sanitaria), and access to market information. For shrimp industry companies, exporters, and international buyers.
• AQUAEXPO Trade Show Series Series of international aquaculture trade shows and technical congresses including AQUAEXPO International (Guayaquil), AQUAEXPO Santa Elena, and AQUAEXPO El Oro. Features technical conferences and commercial exhibitions with more than 400 commercial stands. For shrimp industry stakeholders, suppliers, and buyers.
• Guía Nutricional del Camarón (Shrimp Nutritional Guide) Nutritional guide presenting the complete nutritional profile and health benefits of Ecuadorian shrimp as a multisystemic food. For consumers, nutrition professionals, and industry stakeholders.
• Ultimate Shrimp Guide Comprehensive master guide providing extensive information about Ecuadorian shrimp production, quality, traceability, and sustainable practices. For international buyers, importers, and trade partners.
• Certificate of Origin Service Export documentation service issuing Certificates of Origin through the alliance with Cámara de Industrias de Guayaquil. Available Monday to Friday 10h00–19h00 and Saturdays 9h00–12h00. For affiliated exporters of Ecuadorian shrimp.
• CamaRun Sporting Event Running race initiative of the Ecuadorian shrimp industry combining health promotion with social solidarity. Registration fees: $20 for 5K and $25 for 10K. Proceeds support nutrition foundations. First edition (2025) benefited Fundación REDNI for child nutrition programs; second edition (2026) benefits Fundación Casa de la Vida for women in vulnerable situations.
• CNA Podcast Specialized interview podcast program focused on the aquaculture sector featuring industry experts, technical content, and sector news. For industry professionals and stakeholders.
• Boletín de Seguridad CNA (Security Bulletin) Monthly security bulletin containing specific insecurity indicators for the sector with maps showing criminal incidence. Available by subscription to industry companies.
• Campaña de Reciclaje "Cuidamos lo que Cultivamos" Recycling campaign promoting responsible waste management and environmental sustainability practices at CNA-organized events. First implemented at AQUAEXPO Santa Elena 2026 in coordination with Prefectura de Santa Elena.
• Boletín Gestión Acuícola Monthly aquaculture management bulletin providing sector news, technical updates, and industry information. Distributed by subscription to industry stakeholders.
• Estadísticas (Export Statistics and Pricing Service) Monthly export statistics, aquaculture product prices, trade negotiation details, and international trade information provided to member companies as part of CNA's foreign trade advisory services.
• AquaBusiness Audiovisual Format Audiovisual format for journalistic coverage of events, interviews with business representatives, and informative capsules focused on innovation and development of the aquaculture industry. Distributed through the Revista Aquacultura digital ecosystem.
• CNA Online Training Platform Online platform for digital content, communications, and training/capacity-building programs from the National Aquaculture Chamber. For industry personnel and members.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 40,000 readers per magazine edition
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers23 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cámara de Industrias de GuayaquilcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 March 2026Alliance for issuing Certificates of Origin for exporters. The partnership provides affiliated members with greater facilities for export documentation, available Monday to Friday from 10h00 to 19h00 and Saturdays from 9h00 to 12h00.
• Prefectura de Santa ElenacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCoordination for AQUAEXPO Santa Elena 2026 event, including environmental initiatives and recycling campaign implementation 'Cuidamos lo que Cultivamos'.
• Prefectura de El OrocoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCoordination for AQUAEXPO El Oro events in the province, supporting the shrimp industry's primary region.
• Sustainable Shrimp PartnershipcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for sustainability initiatives including the 'Race to the Top' Forum at AQUAEXPO 2024, addressing governance, environmental, social, and economic aspects. Also collaborated on the shrimp nutritional guide.
• BioMarminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic alliance through acquisition of Alimentsa, leading to establishment of new R&D center for shrimp feed in Ecuador. BioMar has global presence in Norway, Chile, Denmark, Scotland, Spain, France, Greece, Turkey, China, and Costa Rica, supplying feed to 80 countries.
• Fundación REDNIminorOthersChild nutrition foundation receiving donations from CamaRun event. First edition raised USD 10,000 for programs focusing on nutrition during the first 1,000 days of life, with programs implemented in Durán including pediatric controls, nutritional monitoring, breastfeeding workshops, and food kit distribution.
• Fundación Casa de la VidaminorOthersSocial foundation supporting women and mothers in vulnerable situations, designated as beneficiary for CamaRun 2026 donations. All event proceeds from registrations are destined to this foundation.
• International Trade Fair OrganizationscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOrganized participation in international trade fairs: Seafood Expo North America (Boston), Seafood Expo Global (Barcelona), Conxemar (Vigo), China Fisheries & Seafood Expo (Qingdao/Shanghai), Gulfood (Dubai), Japan International Seafood & Technology Expo (Tokyo).
• Media Partners (Radio i99, Estadio, Enfoque/Grupo Vistazo, Diblu TV)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerMedia coverage partners for CamaRun and other CNA events, helping amplify reach and impact of industry initiatives.
• Corporate Sponsors (Alimentos Real, Balcamsa, Prilabsa, Gatorade, Pure Water, Jucy, Laboratorios Luque, Nutribién)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsors supporting CamaRun event with products, services, and financial contributions for event execution and social cause.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Global Seafood Alliance: Global industry alliance for seafood and aquaculture (formerly Global Aquaculture Alliance) providing certification (BAP), advocacy and events. Comparable as a global aquaculture trade-body operating one layer above national chambers.
• Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC): Independent aquaculture certification body (ASC standards). Comparable as an adjacent aquaculture organization whose certification work shapes the same Ecuadorian shrimp sustainability narrative that CNA and the Sustainable Shrimp Partnership promote.

Direct peers

• Cámara de Industrias de Guayaquil: Allied Guayaquil chamber providing Certificate of Origin services in partnership with CNA. Comparable as a peer business chamber operating complementary services to the Ecuadorian shrimp value chain.
• Sustainable Shrimp Partnership: Industry-led sustainability coalition for Ecuadorian shrimp farming that co-organizes sustainability forums with CNA. Closest functional peer because both serve as collective-action bodies for the same Ecuadorian producer base.
• Seafood Industry Australia: National peak-body representing the Australian seafood industry including aquaculture. Comparable as a national seafood industry association providing advocacy, events, and communication for an aquaculture-producing country.
• Thai Frozen Foods Association: Thai trade body representing frozen and processed seafood including shrimp. Directly comparable as a national shrimp/seafood exporters' association serving a competing producing country.
• Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP): Vietnam's national seafood trade association representing shrimp and pangasius exporters. Directly comparable as a national chamber providing advocacy, trade promotion and market intelligence to a competing shrimp-exporting country.
• Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA, India): India's national seafood export authority covering shrimp and other aquaculture. Directly comparable as a national-level body promoting shrimp exports, market intelligence and certification for a competing Asian exporter.

Others

• Skretting: Global aquaculture feed company and CNA member counterpart. Comparable as a key private-sector partner in the Ecuadorian shrimp value chain that is reshaping the local industry via the USD 65M Durán feed plant.
• BioMar: Global aquaculture feed producer with a new Ecuador R&D center following its Alimentsa acquisition. Comparable as a strategic feed-industry partner whose investments directly influence the industry landscape CNA represents.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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