In 2023, Spain led in seafood processing employment in Europe with notable growth at nearly 5%. Poland followed but posted a marginal increase. France and Germany witnessed slight declines, while Italy exhibited positive growth. Iceland faced a noticeable employment drop, and Latvia experienced the highest reduction. Notably, Hungary surged with a significant increase in employment numbers. While Switzerland saw commendable growth, Serbia's workforce contracted sharply.
Future trends to observe include the impact of technological innovations on employment, with potential automation affecting labor needs. Economic fluctuations, sustainability practices, and shifts in seafood demand will shape the sector’s workforce dynamics across Europe.
Top countries in Seafood Processing Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 28,040 | 2023 | +4.41% | +4.98% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 19,050 | 2023 | +1.09% | +0.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 13,300 | 2023 | +0.55% | -0.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 11,730 | 2023 | +1.99% | +1.98% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 8,750 | 2023 | +1.2% | +1.55% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 7,290 | 2023 | -1.35% | -1.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 6,720 | 2023 | +2.33% | +2.46% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 6,200 | 2023 | +1.97% | +1.51% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Iceland | 4,420 | 2023 | -3.33% | -3.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 3,140 | 2023 | -2.48% | -2.4% | View data |
