In 2023, Spain and Italy led the European fresh anchovy capture fisheries market, with shares of 38.91% and 38.18%, respectively. While Italy experienced a growth of 3.33%, Spain saw a decline of 1.5%. Portugal showed a significant increase of 6.63%, contrasting with Croatia and Greece, which decreased by 5.33% and 1.51%. Notably, Bulgaria's share surged by 95.79%. Minor players like the UK, Denmark, and Norway maintained minimal shares. Year-on-year fluctuation highlights differing growth dynamics across countries.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in market dynamics due to climate change and regulatory policies, influencing capture fisheries strategies and shares across Europe. The increasing focus on sustainability may drive innovations and alternative strategies in anchovy production, affecting competitive positioning.
Top countries in Fresh European Anchovy Production in Capture Fisheries Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 38.91 | 2023 | -0.8% | -1.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 38.18 | 2023 | -3.16% | +3.33% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 9.42 | 2023 | -2.38% | -1.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 7.16 | 2023 | +23.46% | +6.63% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 4.19 | 2023 | -33.04% | -5.33% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 0.71 | 2022 | +71.51% | -19.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 0.2 | 2023 | +1.16% | -5.96% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 0.075 | 2023 | +31.42% | +95.79% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 0.057 | 2022 | +195.11% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 0.027 | 2023 | +39.1% | +9.78% | View data |