In 2023, the gross tonnage of fishing vessels in Italy was recorded at 136.0 thousand metric tons. Looking at the forecasted data, there is a clear negative trend, with values decreasing from 132.0 thousand metric tons in 2024 to 118.0 thousand metric tons by 2028. Year-on-year variations indicate a steady decline, with a 3.03% drop from 2024 to 2025, 2.34% from 2025 to 2026, 2.4% from 2026 to 2027, and 3.28% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the forecasted period is -2.77%, highlighting a consistent decline in fleet capacity.
Future trends worth considering include technological advancements in vessel efficiency, regulatory changes affecting fleet size, and sustainability initiatives impacting fishing practices in Italy. Continuous monitoring of economic, environmental, and regulatory factors will be crucial in understanding and adapting to changes in the fishing industry's gross tonnage.
