In 2023, Spain was the largest importer of live bluefin tunas, with a significant value of $9.63 million, showing a robust year-on-year increase of 37.79%. South Korea and France followed, but South Korea experienced a decline of 7.17%. Notable growth was observed in Slovakia, with imports surging by 49.82%, though from a lower base. In contrast, Latvia's imports declined by 24.47%, and other countries displayed modest import values.
Future trends to watch include potential changes in global demand and regulatory shifts affecting bluefin tuna stock sustainability, alongside technological advancements in aquaculture and logistics that could influence global distribution patterns.
Top countries in Live Bluefin Tunas Imports by Country
| # | 8 Countries | US Dollars | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 9,631,800 | 2023 | +6.45% | +37.79% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 603,960 | 2023 | +16.96% | -7.17% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 487,060 | 2021 | +57.39% | +18.78% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 120,770 | 2021 | +81.7% | +9.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 61,940 | 2021 | -33.24% | -37.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 45,300 | 2023 | +9.01% | +49.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 23,100 | 2021 | +26.97% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 4,020 | 2023 | +22.17% | -24.47% | View data |
