In 2023, Slovenia led in European seafood capture production value, followed by Italy and Belgium. Notable changes include strong growth in Croatia and Iceland, each over 6%. Sweden and Romania saw double-digit increases, while Bulgaria's and Lithuania's values declined.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts driven by environmental policies and sustainability practices. Economic conditions and technology advancements may also impact production efficiencies, possibly altering country rankings. Expect ongoing growth in innovative countries like Iceland and emerging economies focusing on seafood efficiency.
- Slovenia increased by 5.07% year-on-year, leading the region.
- Italy and Belgium saw healthy growth of over 3%.
- Croatia showed impressive growth with a 6.25% increase.
- Sweden experienced the largest gain, up by 11.69%.
- Notable declines were recorded in Bulgaria and Lithuania.
Top countries in Total Seafood Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros Per Metric Ton | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Slovenia | 8,780 | 2023 | +4.44% | +5.07% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 5,670 | 2023 | -1.5% | +3.34% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 5,550 | 2023 | -7.13% | +5.37% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Cyprus | 5,030 | 2023 | -1.86% | +2.62% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 4,040 | 2022 | -4.13% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 France | 3,040 | 2023 | -2.5% | +1.74% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 2,650 | 2023 | -2.3% | +3.24% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 2,640 | 2023 | -9.79% | +2.86% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 2,490 | 2023 | +2.06% | +4.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 1,740 | 2023 | -39.59% | +2.63% | View data |
