In 2023, Iceland led European wild fish catch imports per capita, despite a slight decline. Malta and Denmark followed—Malta with a significant decrease, indicating volatility. Conversely, Estonia and Latvia registered notable increases. The Netherlands and Norway held steady, while countries like Poland and Croatia experienced growth. Finland and Hungary posted decreases, reflecting variability in market conditions. The CAGR over five years hints at overall modest growth in imports.
Future trends suggest potential growth in countries like Estonia and Latvia, driven by consistent year-on-year increases. Attention should also be paid to how environmental policies or fish stock changes might impact smaller importing nations like Malta. Robust monitoring of these trends can provide strategic insights for industry players.
Top countries in Wild Fish Catch Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Iceland | 0.35 | 2023 | -16.59% | -2.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Malta | 0.14 | 2023 | +3.68% | -12.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 0.1 | 2023 | +0.99% | +0.6% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 0.082 | 2023 | +2.5% | +1.8% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Lithuania | 0.056 | 2023 | +3.7% | +1.49% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Latvia | 0.054 | 2023 | +3.85% | +9.69% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Estonia | 0.052 | 2023 | +1.96% | +10.2% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 0.04 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 0.038 | 2023 | 0% | +0.53% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 0.036 | 2023 | 0% | +1.15% | View data |
