In 2023, the United Kingdom led European lobster production for human consumption with a 25.54% share. France and Denmark followed, contributing 20.07% and 17.72% respectively. Year-on-year growth was notable, especially in the Netherlands (+10.33%), Norway (+8.55%), and Greece (+12.04%). Conversely, Italy and Cyprus saw declines of -17.88% and -16.18% respectively. Over a five-year span, growth trends display a consistent increase for countries such as Norway and the Netherlands, while other markets, like Italy, show volatility.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in sustainable fishing, regulatory changes affecting quotas, and shifts in consumer preferences towards traceability and sustainability, which could reshape the European lobster market dynamics.
Top countries in Total Lobsters Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 25.54 | 2023 | -0.56% | +3.82% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 20.07 | 2023 | -15.26% | +1.38% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 17.72 | 2023 | -7.26% | +3.44% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 7.1 | 2023 | -2.51% | +0.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 6.68 | 2023 | -14.45% | -17.88% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 6.16 | 2023 | -1.27% | +2.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 4.88 | 2023 | -25% | +10.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 3.79 | 2023 | +10% | +8.55% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 3.45 | 2023 | +18.34% | +12.04% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Iceland | 2.48 | 2023 | +7.18% | +6.73% | View data |
