Triaca Company

Triaca Company[edit | edit source]

The Triaca Company was a prominent American seafood company that was operational during the 19th and 20th centuries. The company was known for its significant contributions to the seafood industry and its innovative business practices.

History[edit | edit source]

The Triaca Company was founded in 1886 by John Triaca, an Italian immigrant. The company started as a small fish market in Baltimore, Maryland, but quickly grew into a large-scale operation. The Triaca Company was one of the first to use refrigerated rail cars to transport seafood across the country, revolutionizing the industry.

Operations[edit | edit source]

The Triaca Company operated several seafood processing plants along the East Coast of the United States. These plants processed a variety of seafood, including crab, lobster, and oyster. The company also operated a fleet of fishing boats and had a significant presence in the wholesale seafood market.

Legacy[edit | edit source]

The Triaca Company left a lasting legacy in the seafood industry. The company's innovative use of refrigerated rail cars allowed for the distribution of fresh seafood across the country, changing the way seafood was consumed in the United States. The company also played a significant role in the development of the seafood industry in Baltimore, contributing to the city's reputation as a seafood hub.