In 2023, Spain dominated the European production of sharks, rays, and chimaeras in capture fisheries for human consumption, contributing significantly to the sector. France and Portugal followed, albeit with much lower values compared to Spain. The notable year-on-year variations include a decline in both Spain and Italy, contrasting with significant growth in Portugal, Belgium, Netherlands, and especially Romania. Most other countries showed minor fluctuations.
As we look forward, trends to watch include technological improvements in fishing, sustainability measures, and the potential impacts of climate change on fish populations. The introduction of stricter environmental regulations could also affect future production dynamics across different European countries.
Top countries in Total Sharks, Rays, Chimaeras Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 60,753,000 | 2023 | -16.98% | -0.77% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 21,235,000 | 2023 | -1.09% | +0.014% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 8,451,900 | 2023 | +6.29% | +7.2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 5,145,400 | 2023 | +11.83% | -7.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 4,291,200 | 2023 | -5.77% | -4.94% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 3,662,600 | 2023 | -1.59% | +7.83% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 1,518,400 | 2023 | +7.31% | +9.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 1,200,900 | 2023 | -0.37% | -3.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 916,330 | 2023 | -12.94% | +5.78% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 616,090 | 2023 | +7.91% | +3.94% | View data |
