In 2024, France leads European molluscs production in capture fisheries, contributing 25.88% of the share, despite a slight decrease of 1.97% from 2023. Spain and the United Kingdom increased their shares, with Spain at 19.94% and the United Kingdom experiencing a 2.53% rise to hold 15.75%. Italy, ranking third, saw a 4.58% decline to 18.06%. Portugal grew by 2.82% to account for 7.05% of the market. Other notable trends include the Netherlands increasing by 5.03% and Denmark at 1.36%. Smaller markets like Romania and Bulgaria experienced significant declines, while Germany held steady.
Looking ahead, key trends to watch include the recovery efforts in Italy's mollusc production and Spain's continued share growth. Market dynamics such as regulatory changes, climate impacts, and innovation in sustainable practices could reshape these distributions. Portugal’s positive momentum and the Netherlands' robust growth suggest potential shifts in competitive dynamics within Europe's capture fisheries landscape.
Top countries in Total Molluscs Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 25.88 | 2023 | -12.45% | -1.97% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 19.94 | 2023 | -7.57% | +1.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 18.06 | 2023 | +5.51% | -4.58% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 15.75 | 2023 | +1.94% | +2.53% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 7.05 | 2023 | -10.02% | +2.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 4.38 | 2023 | -31.31% | +5.03% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 4.24 | 2022 | +8.17% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 1.17 | 2023 | +2.02% | +1.36% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 0.62 | 2023 | -38.15% | +2.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.6 | 2023 | +0.095% | +3.05% | View data |
