The European Whole Fresh Norway Lobster production landscape is dominated by the United Kingdom with 11.52 thousand metric tons, followed by Ireland and Denmark. In 2023, production increased modestly in the UK and Ireland, while Denmark saw a slight decline. Italy and Spain faced significant downturns by over 20% and 9% respectively. Greece exhibited a notable positive trend with a 9.37% increase. Over the past five years, the sector has experienced varied annual growth rates, reflective of economic, environmental, and market factors affecting capture fisheries.
Looking forward, climate change impacts, fishing regulations, and market demand will be pivotal in shaping future production. Improving sustainability practices and technological adaptations in fishery management are crucial trends that could influence European Norway Lobster capture fisheries.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Norway Lobster Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 11,520 | 2023 | -1.66% | +3.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 4,980 | 2023 | +0.27% | +1.67% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 4,750 | 2023 | +5.48% | -0.043% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 1,200 | 2023 | -36.13% | +2.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 510 | 2023 | -14.28% | -20.58% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 362.17 | 2023 | -14.67% | -9.25% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 318.81 | 2023 | +4.7% | +9.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 243.61 | 2023 | -10.86% | +1.03% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 241.47 | 2023 | -22.06% | -11.57% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 147.36 | 2022 | -6.08% | -11.29% | View data |
