Fishery processing plants are facilities where aquatic products such as fish, shrimp, and mussels obtained from seas and inland waters are processed and made ready for consumption. In these plants, the products are cleaned, sorted, sliced, frozen, canned, or packaged. Operating in accordance with hygiene standards, these facilities use specialized equipment and technologies to ensure food safety and extend shelf life. Fishery processing plants contribute to the national economy by producing for both the domestic market and for export.