In 2023, Iceland dominated European gutted fresh seafood production for human consumption, contributing 60.74 metric tons. France and Denmark followed with 9.62 and 9.23 metric tons, respectively. Smaller contributors included the Netherlands, the UK, and Norway. Remarkably, the sector witnessed significant fluctuations, with Norway experiencing a notable decline of 33.29%, whereas countries like Lithuania and Malta saw increases, 13.83% and 16.83%, respectively. Overall, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) remains pivotal for observing longer-term trends.
Future trends to watch include increased sustainability measures influencing production and consumption patterns. Additionally, technological advancements in fishing, coupled with climate change impacts, may alter country-specific outputs, reshaping the European landscape of seafood production.
Top countries in Gutted Fresh Seafood Production in Capture Fisheries for Human Consumption Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Iceland | 60.74 | 2023 | +0.011% | +0.36% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 9.62 | 2023 | -4.7% | -3.41% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 9.23 | 2023 | -3.55% | -9.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 6.41 | 2023 | -9.8% | -6.91% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 5.38 | 2023 | +0.27% | -10.7% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 5.06 | 2023 | -3.6% | -3.94% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 1.67 | 2023 | +11.93% | -33.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 1.26 | 2023 | -8.76% | -9.5% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 0.2 | 2022 | -1.13% | -30.03% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 0.17 | 2023 | +7.59% | +13.83% | View data |
