UK, Hull-based fish trader F Smales & Son announced the potential closure of its chilled seafood division citing the loss of business with a major account.

In addition to the division closure, the firm could also shut down its Witty Street factory.

“A long-established Hull fish merchant and fish processor, F Smales & Son (Fish Merchants) Ltd have to regrettably announce the potential closure of the Chilled Seafood Division and their factory on Witty Street,” the company said.

“The potential closure is due to the loss of business with a major account and vertical integration within the industry.”