Digital media tools – an unmissable trend
The explosion of Digital Marketing has opened up numerous new opportunities for the development strategies of seafood enterprises. Platforms such as Facebook, X (Twitter), TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn and Threads are becoming key communication channels, enabling businesses to reach millions of potential customers worldwide with just “one click". Creative content, viral videos, livestreams and multi-platform advertising not only enhance brand recognition but also boost engagement, attract customers and build trust with global consumers.
Modern communication tools - long-term brand investment
Beyond the application of Digital Marketing, developing professional websites and investing in creative content such as viral videos, infographics, live production streams, multi-platform advertising campaigns and data analytics tools (Google Analytics, Social Listening, etc) has become a “strategic weapon” for enterprises. These tools help businesses capture trends, tell compelling brand stories, promote products, create a professional image and reach global customers while gaining deeper insights into their needs, enabling more effective communication strategies. A strong brand amplified across digital platforms serves as a “passport” for confidently entering international markets, enhance competitiveness and foster long-term trust with partners and customers. This is not merely a short-term expense but a long-term investment that elevates brand value and creates sustainable competitive advantages.
Trade Exhibitions: A Direct Communication Tool
Despite the rise of digital marketing, participation in trade exhibitions like Vietfish remains an irreplaceable means for connecting with customers and partners. The Vietfish International Fisheries Exhibition, organized by VASEP, is one of the region’s most prestigious events, bringing together hundreds of businesses, experts and international buyers. At Vietfish, businesses not only showcase products but also leverage direct communication tools such as video presentations, virtual reality (VR) experiences, event livestreams, workshops and B2B matching sessions to expand partner networks, stay updated on market trends and assert their presence on the global stage. This combination has enabled many Vietnamese enterprises to expand market share in demanding markets like the EU, U.S and Japan.
Communication is not just the responsibility of individual enterprises but requires coordinated efforts to build a strong image for Vietnamese seafood. With a projected stable growth rate of 2.65% during the 2025–2033 period, Vietnam’s seafood industry must proactively invest in professional communication, well-developed websites and a professional image to enhance brand value, affirm its global position and expand market share internationally. Vietnamese enterprises need to take the initiative in professional communication strategies, flexibly combining digital platforms with direct engagement to lead the seafood industry toward global expansion and solidify Vietnam’s position as a “sustainable destination” on the world seafood map. Communication is no longer just a promotional tool but a strategic lever, elevating brand value and serving as the “golden key” to unlocking success for Vietnam’s seafood industry in the digital era.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) After a fairly strong upward trend in 2025, Vietnam’s clam exports entered 2026 with a mixed picture: strong growth at the beginning of the year, followed by a slowdown from March onward. According to Vietnam Customs data, Vietnam’s clam export turnover in the first four months of 2026 reached more than USD 38 million, up 2% compared to the same period in 2025.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s pangasius industry is facing new opportunities to expand its development space as many localities and businesses begin promoting marine farming models aimed at diversifying farming areas and adapting to climate change. However, for pangasius to truly “go offshore” and develop into a large-scale industry segment, significant challenges related to technology, broodstock, and markets still need to be addressed.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tilapia exports in April 2026 reached USD 11 million, up 92% compared to the same period in 2025. This strong growth indicates that Vietnamese tilapia products are continuing to penetrate and expand rapidly in international markets. Cumulative export turnover in the first four months of 2026 reached USD 49 million, up 151% year-on-year.
(seafood.vasep.com) At VietShrimp Asia 2026, disease management trends in shrimp farming are shifting strongly from treatment-based approaches toward proactive prevention through environmental and pond ecosystem control.
(vasep.com.vn) After a period of strong growth, with export turnover reaching USD 38 million in Q1/2026 — up 174% year-on-year — the sector’s rapid expansion clearly reflects growing market opportunities.
(vasep.com.vn) In the first quarter of 2026, Vietnam’s pangasius exports to the ASEAN bloc reached USD 44 million, up 7% compared to the same period in 2025. After falling to the lowest level of the quarter at USD 9 million in February — reflecting the seasonal slowdown in orders after the festive period — exports recovered strongly to USD 18 million in March, the highest monthly value of the quarter. This development shows that import demand for pangasius in ASEAN remains relatively stable despite short-term fluctuations.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On May 11, 2026, the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced a positive comparability finding for Vietnam’s swimming crab fisheries, along with those of Indonesia and Sri Lanka, under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA). With this decision, seafood and seafood products harvested from Vietnam’s swimming crab fisheries will continue to be eligible for import into the US market.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) After a slowdown in 2025, Vietnam’s tuna exports to Germany showed more positive signs in the first quarter of 2026. However, the recovery remains uncertain as consumer demand in Germany is still cautious, while market competition is increasingly driven by pricing and supply stability.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) After a sharp decline in 2025, Vietnam’s tuna exports to Israel are showing positive signs of recovery in the early months of 2026. According to Vietnam Customs data, export turnover to this market grew steadily month by month in Q1/2026, reaching nearly USD 10 million, up 33% compared to the same period in 2025. However, compared to Q1/2024, this level remains significantly lower, indicating that the recovery is still in its early stage following last year’s strong adjustment.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Entering 2026, the U.S. whitefish market has shown complex developments as global cod supply continues to tighten, while the U.S. trade environment becomes less stable. In this context, the U.S. market has had to become more flexible in sourcing alternative whitefish. However, relying heavily on Alaska pollock is not a long-term solution, as it is a strictly managed fishery with quotas and sustainability regulations, limiting any rapid increase in output to offset cod shortages.
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