From its inception, Spring has taken the standard of freshness, quality, packaging, labelling and hygiene to new levels in the Australian seafood industry. The standards set on the length of chilled "used by" dates are high and oppose the practice of defrosted product being dated as freshly packed seafood.

The purpose built smokehouse and processing facility at Mt Barker in the Adelaide Hills is export registered and complies with strict AQIS (Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service) standards, Reg Est 1717 FPA Status. An A rating has been maintained with full HACCP food safety controls and rigorous daily cleaning procedures. AQIS officers carry out regular detailed inspections of the premises and records. A full program of product, contact surface and factory environment testing by an independent laboratory ensures continued monitoring to satisfy AQIS and independent HACCP auditors of acceptable international microbiological levels.

During 2004-2005, Springs will produce 1400 tons of raw & smoked fish for the Domestic and Export markets. More than 100 full-time employment positions have been created in the local area with further growth expected. Approximately two tonnes of smoked and fresh seafood products are airfreighted around Australia each day, and export sales continue to grow.

Springs currently services over 700 Australian supermarkets each week with a range of fresh retail packs of smoked seafood all with at least 21 days "best before" date codes. Springs range can be found in all major supermarket chains as well as hotels, gourmet food outlets and restaurants. The Springs market share continues to grow strongly as more consumers appreciate the flavour, quality and health benefits that seafood offers. Salmon is naturally rich in Omega 3 fatty acids which has been shown to promote bone growth, lower the risks of heart attack and reduce the risk of dementia.

Export markets can now be expanded as the supply of raw materials increases and flexibility of supply improves. The main export markets are Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand and the U.A.E.