The data reveals a steady decline in the number of employees in the seafood sector in Spain from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 20.9 thousand units in 2024, the number is forecasted to decrease to 18.2 thousand units by 2028. In 2023, the actual number stood at 21.6 thousand units. When analyzing the year-on-year variation, the sector is shrinking by an average of approximately:
- -2.9% from 2024 to 2025
- -3.4% from 2025 to 2026
- -3.6% from 2026 to 2027
- -3.7% from 2027 to 2028
Over a five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reflects an average annual decrease of about 3.4%. Key future trends to watch for include automation in the industry, policy changes affecting fishing quotas, and shifts in consumer demand toward sustainable seafood options, which could continue to impact employment figures.
