As of 2023, the import volume of smoked herrings to the UK stood at approximately 514.5 thousand kilograms. Forecasts from 2024 indicate a gradual decline in imports, reaching around 497.29 thousand kilograms by 2028. This represents a year-on-year decrease of approximately 0.7% from 2024 to 2025, and similar declines in subsequent years. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period (2024-2028) reflects an average annual decrease of about 0.6%.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in consumer preferences towards other seafood, changes in trade agreements, and possible fluctuations in global supply chains that could impact sourcing and pricing of smoked herrings.
