The European fresh sole fish production in capture fisheries is dominated by the Netherlands, accounting for over 30% of the market share in terms of value in 2023. France and Belgium follow, contributing 26.34% and 13.82%, respectively. The United Kingdom's production showed significant growth, whereas Italy and Denmark experienced notable declines. The rest of the European countries hold smaller shares, with Germany showing the most substantial growth rate of 12.41% from 2022 to 2023, although still having a minimal share in the overall market.
Future trends to watch include potential market shifts as Belgium's and the UK's shares increase while traditional players like the Netherlands and France might experience stabilization or slight decline. Sustainability practices and regulatory changes might also influence production dynamics throughout Europe in the coming years.
Top countries in Fresh Sole Fish Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 31.34 | 2023 | +9.53% | -3.84% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 26.34 | 2023 | +12.05% | -0.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 13.82 | 2023 | -10.45% | +9.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 13.43 | 2023 | +2.04% | +7.58% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 6.71 | 2023 | -10.29% | -5.72% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 2.31 | 2023 | -1.73% | -7.7% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 2.29 | 2023 | +12.61% | -0.83% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 1.49 | 2023 | +1.9% | -2.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 0.95 | 2023 | -3.19% | -10.73% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.66 | 2023 | +43.82% | -0.9% | View data |
