Sardines
Illustrated Coastal scene inspired by Sucre, near Cumaná.
La Gaviota
Cumaná, Sucre, Venezuela
La Gaviota is a state-owned Venezuelan sardine brand from Sucre state, operated under Pescalba after the plant was nationalized in December 2009. It is fed by artisanal catch, but its plant has a stop-start history and its current operational status is genuinely uncertain.
At a glance
| Country | Venezuela |
|---|---|
| Region | Sucre |
| City | Cumaná |
| Founded | Plant predates 2009 and was nationalized in December 2009; a specific founding year was not established. |
| Company | State-owned; operated under Pescalba |
| Price | $ — budget |
| Species | Sardinella aurita (Round sardinella) — very likely the species |
Notable facts
- Nationalized in December 2009 and operated under Pescalba; fed by artisanal catch from Santa Fe, Coche, and Porlamar.
- The plant has a stop-start operating history; the last hard production data dates to 2018, so its 2024-26 status is genuinely uncertain.
- A 200g can was launched around 2014; the operation has also produced fish meal and some tuna.
- Species is a strong inference of Sardinella aurita, the Eastern Venezuela fishery species; the individual label was not captured this pass.
Products
Sardinas (200g can)
Compiled from public reporting and the brand's own materials.
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