In 2023, Australia led the global export of fresh or chilled rock lobster and other sea crawfish with 67.14% of the share by kilograms, experiencing a slight rise of 0.93%. The United Kingdom and New Zealand followed, with respective shares of 9.05% and 8.32%, showing a significant increase in the UK by 6.73%, while New Zealand saw a minimal decrease of 0.05%. Noteworthy double-digit growth occurred in Belgium and the Netherlands at 40.84% and 33.08%, respectively. Senegal and Ivory Coast also recorded significant increases, indicating a burgeoning market in West Africa.
Future trends to watch include the increasing diversification of export nations, with emerging markets such as Senegal and the Netherlands showing strong growth. Additionally, sustainability and environmental factors may drive changes in export practices, influencing both production and consumption patterns. Monitoring these trends can provide insights into the evolving landscape of the export market for rock lobster and sea crawfish.
Top countries in Export of Fresh or Chilled Rock Lobster and Other Sea Crawfish Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Australia | 67.14 | 2023 | +3.93% | +0.93% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 9.05 | 2023 | +6.24% | +6.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 New Zealand | 8.32 | 2023 | -0.33% | -0.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Malaysia | 8.15 | 2023 | +6.33% | +5.65% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Indonesia | 4.73 | 2023 | +1.98% | +2.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 South Africa | 4.11 | 2023 | +0.35% | +0.5% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Morocco | 1.81 | 2023 | +3.58% | +3.97% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Mexico | 1.12 | 2023 | -5.41% | -7.79% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 0.89 | 2023 | +1.79% | +3.98% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United States | 0.64 | 2023 | -5.59% | -4.23% | View data |
