The Netherlands leads European sole fish production in capture fisheries with a 31.16% share, followed by France at 26.18%, and Belgium at 13.74%. The United Kingdom closely trails with 13.35%. In terms of variation, Belgium and the UK saw notable increases in 2023, with 9.12% and 7.58% growth, respectively, while Denmark and Greece experienced significant declines at -7.7% and -10.83%. A five-year average shows modest shifts across countries, with Germany seeing the highest growth at 12.41% and Slovenia witnessing the largest drop at -24.92%.
Future trends to watch include the impact of changing marine policies, potential market demands, and environmental challenges like climate change, which could alter fishing patterns and country shares. The adaptability of nations to advanced fishing technologies and sustainability practices is also crucial.
Top countries in Total Sole Fish Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 31.16 | 2023 | +9.53% | -3.84% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 26.18 | 2023 | +12.04% | -0.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 13.74 | 2023 | -10.45% | +9.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 13.35 | 2023 | +2.04% | +7.58% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 6.66 | 2023 | -10.45% | -5.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 2.61 | 2023 | +27.08% | +1.89% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 2.3 | 2023 | -1.73% | -7.7% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 1.48 | 2023 | +1.95% | -2.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 0.94 | 2023 | -3.74% | -10.83% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 0.82 | 2023 | +0.097% | +5.57% | View data |
