In 2023, Norway led European production in capture fisheries for king crabs and squat-lobsters with €52.831 million, representing a 5.62% increase from the previous year. Spain showed a decline of 2.34% while Denmark experienced significant growth at 107.53%. Meanwhile, Sweden saw a moderate increase of 7.45%. Portugal and France faced drastic reductions of 100% and 40.38%, respectively.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential growth in Norway's dominance due to increased investments in sustainable fisheries.
- The impact of climate change on regional catch volumes.
- Technological advancements affecting efficiency and yield in smaller contributors like Denmark and Sweden.
Top countries in Total King Crabs, Squat-lobsters Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 52,831,000 | 2023 | +8.34% | +5.62% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 78,180 | 2023 | +20.62% | -2.34% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 5,110 | 2023 | +50.13% | +107.53% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 4,020 | 2023 | -9.25% | +7.45% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 3,790 | 2023 | View data | ||
| 6 | 6 France | 3,570 | 2023 | -72.57% | -40.38% | View data |
