The European market for gutted fresh European seabass displayed varied performance in 2023. France led the sector with the highest value but observed a decline of 4.23%. Sweden followed, also seeing a reduction of 3.59%. The UK was the only country to witness a positive year-on-year increase of 0.97%. Meanwhile, Denmark and Spain faced similar decreases close to 2%, and the Netherlands had the steepest decline of 6.2%. Over the past five years, values have fluctuated, presenting moderate but inconsistent growth rates across these nations.
Future trends to watch include:
- An increased focus on sustainability and environmentally friendly capture methods.
- A potential shift in consumer preferences towards locally sourced seafood.
- Economic conditions and trade policies in the EU influencing market dynamics.
- Technological advancements in capture and processing improving efficiency.
- Climate change implications on seabass habitats and fisheries.
Top countries in Gutted Fresh European Seabass Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 13,000 | 2023 | +25.2% | -4.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 12,440 | 2023 | -1.35% | -3.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 10,220 | 2023 | +11.48% | -2.01% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 10,060 | 2023 | +1.13% | +0.97% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 9,150 | 2023 | -20.83% | -1.96% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 7,040 | 2023 | +23.23% | -6.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 6,590 | 2021 | -60.17% | View data |
