The United Kingdom remains the leader in European whole fresh lobster production in capture fisheries with 76.45 metric tons, accounting for the majority of the market. Ireland follows with a significant gap at 12.37 metric tons, while France contributes 6.84 metric tons. Other countries like Denmark, Spain, and Germany show secondary but relevant production volumes.
Over recent years, Germany has seen the most remarkable growth with a 130.61% increase in 2023. Denmark, Spain, Ireland, and Croatia have also shown substantial year-on-year growth, while France experienced a minor decline of 2.9%.
Future trends to watch for in 2024 include continued strong performance from Germany and sustained growth in smaller markets. Monitoring these growth patterns can provide insights into potential shifts in market dynamics and future production capacities in European whole fresh lobster capture fisheries.
Top countries in Whole Fresh European Lobster Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 76.45 | 2023 | +1.73% | +3.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 12.37 | 2023 | +7.59% | +12.86% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 6.84 | 2023 | +2.6% | -2.9% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 1.81 | 2023 | +16.21% | +15.4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 0.86 | 2023 | +34.8% | +130.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 0.58 | 2023 | +1.26% | +13.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 0.36 | 2023 | +52.78% | +1.65% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 0.29 | 2023 | -2.89% | +0.95% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 0.19 | 2023 | +6.14% | +3.04% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.1 | 2023 | -0.33% | +11.65% | View data |
