From coast to coast
FirstPoint is a partnership of Ireland’s leading fishing Co-Op representing half of Ireland’s fishing boats. Rooted in coastal communities North, South, East and West, we exist to give our boats, crews and customers a stronger future together.
Our purpose is simple: to connect the people who catch Langoustines with the people who value them — building trust, ensuring quality and safeguarding our fisheries for generations to come.
Why work with us?
Grounded in tradition and refined through precision, we provide seafood you can trust — from generations of coastal expertise to advanced freezing methods.
Scale
With access to over 3,000 tonnes annually, our Co-Op fleet provides consistency of supply through one reliable point of contact.
Quality
Every Langoustine is frozen-at-sea within hours, carefully graded and fully traceable. The result, sushi-grade quality, trusted by chefs and wholesalers alike.
Expertise
Behind every catch are multi-generational fishing families. Over 60 years of knowledge, craft and care passed down from deck to deck.
Sustainability
Our vessels actively take part in Fishery Improvement Programmes, ensuring responsible practices that protect fisheries.
Our Ethos
At the heart of FirstPoint Co-Op is collaboration. Strong alone, stronger together — our futures depend on one another. By uniting boats, crews and communities, we keep those who know the sea best directly connected to the markets that value their catch. This shared approach builds strength, resilience and accountability — for our members, partners and customers.
Partnerships that last
We are not a distant intermediary. We are the crews and communities who catch your seafood. Our Co-Op ethos means we invest in long-term relationships, not short-term transactions.
Meet the team
Behind FirstPoint is a team of skippers, crews and industry experts who bring generations of knowledge to every catch and every customer relationship.
John D O’Kane
Foyle Fishermen’s Co-Operative, based in Greencastle, Co. Donegal, has been a leader in high-quality whitefish and prawn production since its founding in 1985.
With more than 30 years of service to the Co-Op, John D O’Kane plays a key role in guiding its commitment to sustainable fishing and responsible fleet management.
As a long-standing member of the Quota Management Advisory Committee, John helps determine monthly quota allocations for vessels and has also represented the Co-Ops on the Government’s Taskforce overseeing the Brexit and TCA agreements, working alongside industry leaders to safeguard the future of Irish fisheries.
Sean Griffin
Co-operative Manager
Sean Griffin has managed Galway and Aran Fishermen’s Co-Operative Ltd since 2005, overseeing operations from Rossaveal with direct access to the renowned Porcupine and Aran fishing grounds.
He leads a highly skilled team dedicated to producing top-quality, hand-graded Langoustines frozen at sea for exceptional ‘just caught’ flavour backed by full traceability.
As an Origin Green member, Sean champions responsible fishing practices and works closely with BIM on conservation and selectivity initiatives that support long-term sustainability.
Paul Philips
Co-operative Manager
Paul Phillips is the General Manager of Clogherhead Fishermen’s Co-Operative, where he oversees a specialised fleet producing premium frozen-at-sea Langoustines.
With advanced on-board freezing technology ensuring Langoustines are frozen within four hours of capture, Paul focuses on delivering outstanding freshness, traceability and consistency.
His leadership supports longer, more efficient fishing trips that reduce the Co-Op’s carbon footprint while maintaining the highest product standards.
John Nolan
Co-operative Manager
John Nolan has led Castletownbere Fishermen’s Co-Op for over 43 years, guiding its evolution from a fishermen-founded enterprise into a modern organisation with 74 member boats and a state-of-the-art processing facility.
He strengthened export capability, achieved BRC certification and earned sustainability awards.
John champions frozen-at-sea excellence across Langoustines, Monkfish, Illex and Squid while promoting collaboration among Ireland’s Co-Ops through the FirstPoint Co-operative to enhance shared success and quality leadership.
John D O’Kane
Foyle Fishermen’s Co-Operative, based in Greencastle, Co. Donegal, has been a leader in high-quality whitefish and prawn production since its founding in 1985.
With more than 30 years of service to the Co-Op, John D O’Kane plays a key role in guiding its commitment to sustainable fishing and responsible fleet management.
As a long-standing member of the Quota Management Advisory Committee, John helps determine monthly quota allocations for vessels and has also represented the Co-Ops on the Government’s Taskforce overseeing the Brexit and TCA agreements, working alongside industry leaders to safeguard the future of Irish fisheries.
Sean Griffin
Co-operative Manager
Sean Griffin has managed Galway and Aran Fishermen’s Co-Operative Ltd since 2005, overseeing operations from Rossaveal with direct access to the renowned Porcupine and Aran fishing grounds.
He leads a highly skilled team dedicated to producing top-quality, hand-graded Langoustines frozen at sea for exceptional ‘just caught’ flavour backed by full traceability.
As an Origin Green member, Sean champions responsible fishing practices and works closely with BIM on conservation and selectivity initiatives that support long-term sustainability.
Paul Philips
Co-operative Manager
Paul Phillips is the General Manager of Clogherhead Fishermen’s Co-Operative, where he oversees a specialised fleet producing premium frozen-at-sea Langoustines.
With advanced on-board freezing technology ensuring Langoustines are frozen within four hours of capture, Paul focuses on delivering outstanding freshness, traceability and consistency.
His leadership supports longer, more efficient fishing trips that reduce the Co-Op’s carbon footprint while maintaining the highest product standards.
John Nolan
Co-operative Manager
John Nolan has led Castletownbere Fishermen’s Co-Op for over 43 years, guiding its evolution from a fishermen-founded enterprise into a modern organisation with 74 member boats and a state-of-the-art processing facility.
He strengthened export capability, achieved BRC certification and earned sustainability awards.
John champions frozen-at-sea excellence across Langoustines, Monkfish, Illex and Squid while promoting collaboration among Ireland’s Co-Ops through the FirstPoint Co-operative to enhance shared success and quality leadership.