In 2023, Norway led European seafood capture with its industry valued at 2.3045 billion Euros, followed by Spain at 1.951 billion Euros. Norway, Spain, and the United Kingdom displayed positive growth, with the UK leading year-on-year growth at 1.97%. Top decliners were Germany and Sweden, at 7.62% and 10.77%, respectively. The overall market is marked by volatility, with emerging markets like Estonia showing significant year-on-year increases.
Future trends indicate a steady focus on sustainable practices and technological integration. Climate change impacts and regulatory frameworks will shape production dynamics, influencing smaller countries' roles in the seafood industry.
Top countries in Total Seafood Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 2,304,500,000 | 2023 | +2.06% | +1.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 1,951,000,000 | 2023 | -4.76% | +0.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Iceland | 991,840,000 | 2023 | +2.94% | -0.22% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 989,670,000 | 2023 | +1.32% | +1.97% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 955,760,000 | 2023 | -1.8% | +0.63% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 787,800,000 | 2023 | +3.35% | -4.01% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 558,910,000 | 2023 | +9.53% | -0.75% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 458,110,000 | 2022 | +7.66% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 343,240,000 | 2023 | +1.14% | +4.05% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 264,540,000 | 2022 | +6.99% | View data |