In 2023, Italy led European countries in the production value of frozen sharks, rays, and chimaeras with 4.86 thousand euros per metric ton, followed by Portugal and the Netherlands. The Netherlands showed a significant increase of 55.2% year-on-year, while Portugal saw a 20.96% rise. Spain and Italy recorded modest growth, whereas Norway, the United Kingdom, and Iceland experienced declines. Over the last five years, these shifts have indicated varied investment and consumption patterns across Europe, with changing consumer preferences and market dynamics influencing trends.
Future trends to watch include increasing emphasis on sustainable fishing practices, potential impacts of climate change on marine life and fishery yields, and evolving consumer demand for diverse seafood options, which may drive shifts in production and trade dynamics across Europe.
Top countries in Frozen Sharks, Rays, Chimaeras Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 4,860 | 2023 | +8.5% | +0.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 3,100 | 2023 | +8.53% | +20.96% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 2,840 | 2023 | +21.3% | +55.2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 2,270 | 2023 | -23.94% | +0.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 2,010 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 6 | 6 Norway | 1,000 | 2023 | -9.85% | -2.52% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 718.45 | 2023 | -10.98% | -10.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Iceland | 281 | 2023 | -0.011% | -2.26% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 54.64 | 2022 | -10.2% | -28.87% | View data |
