In 2023, the global total number of fishing vessels was highest in Indonesia, followed by China and Japan. Indonesia saw a slight decline in vessels, while China faced a significant reduction. Brazil showed an increase, indicating expansion. Smaller declines were noted in most European countries.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential recovery in China's fleet, affecting global numbers and potentially redistributing fishing effort.
- Brazil's growth hinting at increasing regional influence and market dynamics.
- Environmental regulations impacting European countries could continue to reduce fleet sizes.
Top countries in Total Number of Fishing Vessels by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Indonesia | 698,220 | 2023 | -0.65% | -0.61% | View data |
| 2 | 2 China | 382,990 | 2023 | -19.83% | -15.01% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 200,800 | 2023 | -2.93% | -2.72% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Mexico | 75,030 | 2023 | -0.79% | -0.64% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United States | 74,420 | 2023 | -0.35% | -0.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Brazil | 31,820 | 2023 | +7.72% | +8.25% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Canada | 16,340 | 2023 | -1.18% | -2.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 14,000 | 2023 | -1.45% | -1.03% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 11,970 | 2023 | +0.066% | +0.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 7,810 | 2023 | -4.14% | -2.74% | View data |
