In 2023, France led European seabass capture production with a 51.87% share, despite a slight decline of 2.19%. Spain and the Netherlands showed strong growth, with year-on-year increases of 7.34% and 7.43% respectively. Belgium, Cyprus, and Croatia also experienced noticeable improvements in their shares. Conversely, the United Kingdom and Slovenia faced declines. Over the past five years, Portugal and Greece steadily expanded their production, whereas Italy remained relatively stable.
Future trends to watch in 2024 include:
- Potential continued growth in Spain and the Netherlands, suggesting robust market demands or strategic improvements.
- The impact of sustainability regulations on capture fisheries, possibly influencing production approaches across Europe.
- Technological advancements in fishing and aquaculture could alter production efficiency and scale.
Top countries in Total European Seabass Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 51.87 | 2023 | -4.59% | -2.19% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 17.47 | 2023 | +3.68% | +7.34% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 9.72 | 2023 | +20.56% | +3.46% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 7.68 | 2023 | -8.39% | +4.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 6.86 | 2023 | -7.61% | -6.55% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 5.28 | 2023 | -3% | +7.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 4.54 | 2023 | -0.099% | -0.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 1.59 | 2023 | +0.28% | +4.56% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 0.3 | 2023 | +1% | +8.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Cyprus | 0.089 | 2023 | +135.7% | +6.58% | View data |
