The European market for frozen flounders, halibuts, and soles in capture fisheries is predominantly led by Iceland, accounting for the largest production share. Norway and Spain follow closely, yet exhibit varying trends. By 2023, Portugal and Italy displayed significant positive growth rates, whereas Germany experienced a decline. The Netherlands notably surged in their production share. Recent year-on-year analysis indicates dynamic shifts, with substantial gains for countries like Sweden and the United Kingdom. Over the past five years, these trends depict an evolving market landscape largely influenced by individual country performance.
Future trends worth monitoring include the increasing technological advancements in fisheries which may bolster productivity, potential policy shifts affecting quotas within the EU, and ecological concerns which may alter catch availability. Monitoring Portugal and the Netherlands is crucial, given their remarkable growth trajectories, along with any sustainability measures that may be introduced industry-wide.
Top countries in Frozen Flounders, Halibuts and Soles Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Iceland | 32.75 | 2023 | -0.054% | -2.82% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Norway | 27.57 | 2023 | +6.39% | -1.67% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 21.42 | 2023 | +7.25% | +3.29% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 12.82 | 2023 | +100.93% | -4.98% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 4.61 | 2023 | -2.85% | +15.76% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 0.53 | 2023 | -4.15% | +2.51% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 0.2 | 2023 | +88.69% | +226.87% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 0.077 | 2023 | +3.55% | +6.28% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 0.015 | 2023 | +6.33% | +70.73% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 0.007 | 2023 | -95.24% | -2.88% | View data |
