In 2023, Norway led in direct material inputs for wild fish catch in Europe with a value of 2.53 million metric tons, seeing a 1.44% increase from the previous year. Spain was the second highest but faced a decline of 1.99%. Countries like Poland and Lithuania showed notable growth of 2.43% and 2.2% respectively. Conversely, Denmark experienced a significant decrease of 4.67%. Smaller markets such as Malta and Cyprus faced sharp reductions, with Malta's input dropping by 11.02% and Cyprus by 16.14%. Overall, countries displayed a mix of positive growth and declines, highlighting varying market dynamics.
Future Trends to Watch:
- Climate change impacts on fish habitats and availability, potentially altering input values.
- Regulatory changes affecting fishing quotas and sustainable practices across Europe.
- Technological advancements in fishing and supply chain processes improving efficiency.
- Market demands shifting towards sustainable and eco-friendly seafood options.
Top countries in Wild Fish Catch Direct Material Inputs by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 2,530 | 2023 | +0.77% | +1.44% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 1,770 | 2023 | +0.16% | -1.99% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 1,400 | 2023 | +0.37% | -0.81% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Iceland | 1,390 | 2023 | -6.05% | +0.072% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 1,120 | 2023 | +0.028% | +0.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 1,030 | 2023 | -2.52% | -4.67% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 1,020 | 2023 | +1.91% | +0.69% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 978.68 | 2023 | -2.73% | -3.8% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 909.2 | 2023 | -0.026% | -0.85% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 856.4 | 2023 | +1.67% | +2.43% | View data |