In 2023, Iceland leads European gutted fresh finfish production with a 49.94% market share. The UK holds a distant second at 22.21%, followed by France at 7.71%. Iceland showed a modest growth rate of 0.92%, whereas the UK and France experienced declines of 0.16% and 3.43%, respectively. Notable growth was seen in Lithuania (13.83%), while Estonia surged by 48.22%. Conversely, countries like Denmark and the Netherlands saw declines of over 10%. The overall trend reveals variability, with limited growth in major players and declining shares in several smaller markets.
Future trends to watch include Iceland's potential for further strengthening its position and the UK maintaining its share amid post-Brexit challenges. Additionally, emerging growth in smaller markets like Lithuania and Estonia could impact the landscape. Monitor sustainability efforts and regulatory impacts on capture fisheries, as these could influence production capabilities and market shares significantly.
Top countries in Gutted Fresh Finfish Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Iceland | 49.94 | 2023 | +1.4% | +0.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 22.21 | 2023 | +1.26% | -0.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 7.71 | 2023 | -4.6% | -3.43% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 7.25 | 2023 | -5.34% | -10.3% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 5.99 | 2023 | +5.89% | -3.96% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 4.32 | 2023 | +0.71% | -10.63% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 1.2 | 2022 | +11.37% | -35.38% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 0.99 | 2023 | -10.92% | -9.86% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 0.16 | 2022 | -0.77% | -29.93% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 0.14 | 2023 | +7.59% | +13.83% | View data |
