Princes Canned Seafood

Princes is a well-established heritage brand in the UK food industry, most famous for its canned seafood, meat, and fruit products. Founded in Liverpool in 1880, the company has evolved from a small fish importing business into a major international conglomerate. Historically, Princes was owned by the Mitsubishi Corporation for several decades, establishing it as a key player in the European grocery market.

In a major shift in 2024 and 2025, the brand was acquired by the Italian food group Newlat Food S.p.A. This acquisition created the 'New Princes Group,' a multi-billion dollar food powerhouse. While the brand originated in the UK, its products are sourced and manufactured globally; for instance, their tuna is primarily processed in Mauritius, while other fruits and meats are tinned in various locations across Europe and Asia to maintain a high-efficiency supply chain.