In 2023, France led European alive fresh lobsters production in capture fisheries, recording 3.01 thousand metric tons, a 4.45% year-on-year increase. Sweden showed no change, maintaining 0.6143 thousand metric tons. Norway decreased by 8.27% to 0.21928 thousand metric tons, while Spain rose by 5.73% to 0.04239 thousand metric tons. The Netherlands experienced a slight decline of 2.21%, producing 0.03257 thousand metric tons. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate across these countries has varied, reflecting both stability and noticeable fluctuations in production.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential growth in France and Spain as demand increases.
- Stability in Sweden with possible technological advancements in fishing practices.
- Considerable regulatory impacts on Norway's declining trend.
- Marginal changes in the Netherlands due to market dynamics and environmental factors.
Top countries in Alive Fresh Lobsters Production in Capture Fisheries by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 3,010 | 2023 | +11.6% | +4.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 614.3 | 2023 | -17.28% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 219.28 | 2023 | +154.28% | -8.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 42.39 | 2023 | -3.55% | +5.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 32.57 | 2023 | +0.52% | -2.21% | View data |
