In 2023, Portugal led the European frozen fish market with a per capita consumption of 13.63 kg. It was followed by Poland at 3.57 kg and Bulgaria at 2.99 kg. Romania and Italy were close competitors with respective consumptions of 1.95 kg and 1.94 kg per capita. Greece's consumption was slightly lower at 1.22 kg, while Slovakia and the Czech Republic had the least consumption of frozen fish at 0.75 kg and 0.42 kg per capita, respectively. According to historical data, these figures remained virtually unchanged year-on-year, with a nil variation percentage over the last two years and minimal growth in the CAGR over five years.
Future trends to watch in the European frozen fish market include:
- Consumer preferences shifting towards sustainable and traceable seafood options, potentially impacting demand.
- Innovations in freezing technology and packaging that may influence market growth.
- Economic factors and potential policy changes impacting pricing and consumption patterns.
Top countries in Frozen Fish Market Size Volume Per Capita by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Kilograms Per Capita | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 13.63 | 2023 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 3.57 | 2023 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 2.99 | 2023 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 1.95 | 2023 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 1.94 | 2023 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 1.22 | 2023 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 0.75 | 2023 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 0.42 | 2023 | View data |