The HULL Fish Merchants Protection Association represents the interest of over 65 fish merchants and procesors, and embraces almost 100% of the buying force in Hull.
Its membership has been strengthened due to the co-operation between Selling Agents, Hull Fish Landing Co. Ltd. and this Association. A close liason is also maintained with the Hull City Council on industrial and economic issues.
The volume of fish prepared and sold trough Hull's daily fish auction places it as one of the premier markets in the U.K.
The size and popularity of the Hull auction is a significant factor in creating stability to market prices.
Over two thirds of all U.K. imports of fresh Icelandic fish are handled through the Hull market; this together with the fish arriving overland from the U.K. fishing areas, by sea from Hull's own deep water trawlers and other European countries contributes to maintaining the port's premier U.K. position as a fish merchanting centre.
Fish is transported from Hull on an overnight basis' to inland markets and all types of trader looking for fresh, regular and reliable supplies.
The Hull Fish Auction Market on Albert Dock, the largest of its kind in the U.K. has been refurbished and was the first large market to meet the latest European legislation on food handling hygiene. This work was carried out by the owners of the market, Associated British Ports (ABP), due to efforts of their managing agents, the Hull Fish Landing Company (HFL) and the Hull Fish Merchants Protection Association (HFMPA).

Hull Fish Landing manage the auction facilities and are responsible for the general organisation of the Fish Market. They also have responsability for the security and cleanliness of the Fish Dock Area.