In 2023, Norway dominated European production of whole fresh saithe pollock in capture fisheries with 58.64 metric tons, followed by Iceland at 35.57 metric tons. Other significant contributors include France and Denmark with 4.15 and 1.05 metric tons respectively. Smaller contributions came from the United Kingdom, Germany, and Ireland. Notably, Iceland saw a 9.57% increase from the previous year, while Norway and France saw declines of 37.63% and 38.5% respectively.
Future trends to watch include the recovery of Norway's production levels, as well as the ongoing fluctuations in smaller markets like Germany which grew by 13.92% in 2023. The impact of environmental policies and market demands on the distribution of capture fisheries among European countries will likely influence these trends. Observing shifts in production and consumption patterns, particularly how sustainable practices affect outputs, will provide insights into the industry's direction.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Saithe Pollock Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 58.64 | 2023 | -12.94% | -37.63% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Iceland | 35.57 | 2023 | +0.44% | +9.57% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 4.15 | 2023 | +11590% | -38.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 1.05 | 2023 | +170.73% | +3.62% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 0.21 | 2023 | -13.39% | -13.52% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 0.16 | 2023 | +2020% | +13.92% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 0.14 | 2023 | +1.77% | -15.54% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 0.029 | 2023 | +717.33% | -9.77% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 0.028 | 2023 | +20.73% | -26.37% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 0.021 | 2023 | +15.66% | View data |
