In 2023, Norway dominated the European Whole Fresh Atlantic Mackerel production, contributing over 60% to the market, followed by Iceland and Ireland with 20.1% and 7.82% shares, respectively. Spain and Denmark were significant players as well, but their shares were under 6%. Smaller contributors like France, the United Kingdom, and others had less than 2% each. Norway's production increased by 7.15% year-on-year, reflecting robust growth. In contrast, many EU countries, including Germany and Malta, experienced notable declines of over 20%. Diverse country-specific changes indicate fluctuating market dynamics across Europe.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in Norway's expansion strategy and Iceland's ability to maintain its strong position. Sustainable fishing practices and climate change impacts may also influence production patterns, necessitating responsive strategies from European nations.
Top countries in Whole Fresh Atlantic Mackerel Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 60.92 | 2023 | +4.71% | +7.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Iceland | 20.1 | 2023 | +7% | +1.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 7.82 | 2023 | -1.22% | -3.32% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 5.83 | 2023 | +8.84% | +0.93% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 3.39 | 2023 | +40.07% | -1.16% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 1.1 | 2023 | -16.92% | -3.28% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 1.05 | 2023 | +0.34% | -2.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 0.3 | 2023 | +21.34% | +4.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 0.14 | 2023 | +2.65% | -0.12% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 0.063 | 2023 | -9.47% | -18.5% | View data |
