Statesman Sardines

Statesman is a well-established value-oriented brand of canned fish, widely recognized in the Netherlands. The product depicted consists of sardines in sunflower oil, which are sourced and processed in Morocco, a country renowned for its significant sardine fishing and canning industry. These sardines are valued as a rich source of proteins and omega-3 fatty acids, often consumed as a snack or salad topping.

The brand is owned by Princes Limited, a major international food and drink group with a long history in the United Kingdom. Princes has strategically positioned Statesman as a high-quality yet affordable alternative within its extensive portfolio, which also includes the premium Princes brand. In 2024, Princes Limited underwent a significant ownership change and was acquired by the Italian group Newlat Food S.p.A. By 2026, the combined entity, known as the NewPrinces Group, oversees the brand's global operations, emphasizing sustainable sourcing and broad European distribution. In the Netherlands, the products are distributed via Abbey Foods, a local subsidiary of the larger group based in Rotterdam.