In 2023, Portugal led European Atlantic Chub Mackerel production for human consumption with a 45.84% share, followed by the Netherlands at 23.83%. Spain held 16.06%, while Greece comprised 11.63%. Minor contributors included Italy at 4.71%, Croatia at 3.6%, Malta with 1.87%, and France at 0.61%. Cyprus and Slovenia had negligible shares at 0.11% and near zero, respectively.
Key variations from 2023 showed notable growth in the Netherlands (30.63%) and Cyprus (15.58%), while Spain and Italy experienced declines of 7.22% and 20.46%, respectively. Over the past five years, growth varied greatly, influencing the competitive landscape.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued expansion opportunities in the Netherlands amid strong growth trends.
- Potential recovery and stabilization in Italy and Spain regarding declining production.
- Emergence of Cyprus as a minor but growing player in the industry.
- Impact of environmental policies and sustainability practices on production dynamics across Europe.
Top countries in Total Atlantic Chub Mackerel Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 45.84 | 2023 | +17.83% | +2.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 23.83 | 2023 | +12.7% | +30.63% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 16.06 | 2023 | -45.93% | -7.22% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 11.63 | 2023 | -10.72% | -4.44% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 4.71 | 2023 | +26.5% | -20.46% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 3.6 | 2023 | +3.22% | +4.17% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Malta | 1.87 | 2022 | +28.16% | +13.32% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 0.61 | 2023 | +11.88% | -1.52% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 0.11 | 2023 | +29.98% | +15.58% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0 | 2021 | -28.17% | -34.05% | View data |
