Seafish has appointed Colin Faulkner as its new chief executive, marking the start of a new era for the seafood industry support body.
Faulkner will officially join Seafish on 12 January 2026, succeeding Marcus Coleman who steps down on 17 December 2025 after a decade in the role.
“I am very pleased that we have been able to attract someone of such high calibre and industry knowledge as Colin Faulkner to join us as Seafish Chief Executive,” said Seafish chair Mike Sheldon.
“We have known and worked successfully with Colin for many years and we look forward to continuing that to great effect in his new role.
“We thank Marcus for his 10 years of service at Seafish and wish him every success in his new role.”
Colin Faulkner is currently head of International Fisheries and Seafood Trade Policy at Defra, a post he has held since 2018.
He brings a wealth of experience in fisheries, environmental policy and industry engagement, having previously served as director of Government Affairs for the UK Green Investment Bank and Macquarie in EMEA, as well as holding several key policy roles within the UK and Scottish governments.
“Joining Seafish feels like the start of an exciting new chapter, both for me and for the organisation,” said Faulker.
“I can’t wait to get started on working with all parts of the seafood industry across the UK, and the whole team at Seafish, to take the organisation to new heights.”
Marcus Coleman will become chief executive of the Water Management Alliance and its member boards in January.
