In 2023, France dominated the European seabass capture fisheries market with a value share of 59.44%, while Spain and Portugal followed with 13.17% and 7.97% respectively. Notably, the Netherlands showed significant growth, increasing by 9.71% year on year. Conversely, the United Kingdom experienced a decline of 2.74%. Other countries like Cyprus and Malta demonstrated remarkable growth rates of 15.88% and 14.5%, albeit from smaller bases. Over the past five years, France maintained its leading position, with steady increases in production value.
Looking ahead, potential trends to watch include technological innovations in fishing practices and shifting consumer preferences toward sustainable seafood, which could impact production volumes and market shares across Europe. Additionally, the impact of geopolitical changes on trade agreements may alter the dynamics of these markets in the coming years.
Top countries in Total European Seabass Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 59.44 | 2023 | +5.19% | +2.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 13.17 | 2023 | -0.46% | +3.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 7.97 | 2023 | +9.84% | +2.92% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 6.27 | 2023 | -3.14% | -2.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 5.73 | 2023 | +4.25% | +0.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 4.67 | 2023 | +2.66% | +9.71% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 2.87 | 2023 | -6.08% | +4.99% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 1.48 | 2023 | +2.48% | +4.66% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 0.22 | 2023 | -1.32% | +5.85% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.087 | 2023 | -7.48% | +1.15% | View data |
