In 2023, Spain led the European wild fish catch imports with 1.04 million metric tons, while Luxembourg had the smallest share. Notably, significant year-on-year variations included Latvia at 8.64% and Estonia at 10.11%, suggesting an upward trend. In contrast, Malta experienced a decline of 11.29%. Among larger importers, France and Sweden showed growth at 1.06% and 2.48%, respectively, while Germany decreased by 2.57%. Trends indicate Germany and Belgium's declining imports, contrasting with growing imports in Poland, Ireland, and Croatia. The next few years could see shifts due to sustainability initiatives and changes in consumer seafood preferences.
Top countries in Wild Fish Catch Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 1,040 | 2023 | +0.047% | -0.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 927.35 | 2023 | +0.98% | +1.06% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 860.58 | 2023 | +3.07% | +2.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 827.16 | 2023 | -1.95% | -2.57% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 693.91 | 2023 | +1.15% | +0.98% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 687.08 | 2023 | +0.47% | +0.12% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 659.98 | 2023 | +2.48% | +4.15% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 605.74 | 2023 | +0.32% | +2.19% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 604.1 | 2023 | +1.19% | +0.94% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 358.77 | 2023 | +0.37% | +0.5% | View data |
