In August 2023, Vietnamese pangasius exports to Germany reached more than 2 million USD, down 18% over the same period last year. This is also the third consecutive month that Vietnamese pangasius exports to Germany recorded negative growth.
By the end of August 2023, Germany still maintained the No. 2 position in the EU market in importing Vietnamese pangasius after the Netherlands, contributing 20% of the value to the EU's total imports.
Previously, in the first 5 months of this year, Germany was always among the top markets maintaining increased imports of Vietnamese pangasius despite world fluctuations. Germany is also one of the few markets that recorded double-digit growth from 20% - 84% in the first 5 months of this year while most pangasius exports to other markets decreased. Notably, in March 2023, Vietnamese pangasius exports to Germany increased 2.3 times compared to March 2022, this is also the highest increase since the beginning of this year.
Pangasius exports to Germany started decreasing from June 2023
Pangasius exports to Germany started decreasing from June 2023. In July and August 2023, pangasius exports to Germany also decreased by 28% and 18% respectively compared to the same period last year.
Like other markets in the EU, Germany imports mainly frozen pangasius fillets and cuts (HS0304). In the first 6 months of this year, the top enterprises exporting pangasius to Germany include: Vinh Hoan accounts for 20%, GODACO accounts for 13%, Hung Ca accounts for 11%, Hung Ca 2 accounts for 9%, DATHACO accounts for 9%, Van Duc accounts for Tien Giang accounts for 7%,…
The German economy is facing many difficulties. It is forecast to fall into recession this year. According to forecasts of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), Germany will be the only major economy in the G7 group to have negative growth in 2023. Inflation in Germany is currently at 6.5% in the month July 2023 and will likely continue to stand at a high level for a long time before dropping to the 2% target set by the ECB, despite energy prices cooling down. So it is expected that in the next months, Vietnamese pangasius exports to Germany will not increase yet.
Compiled by Thuy Linh
The Report on Vietnam Seafood Exports in 2024 by the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) was published amid positive developments in the country's seafood industry, marking a successful year with a total export value of USD 10 billion, a 12% increase compared to 2023. This milestone underscores the sustainable growth and exceptional potential of the seafood sector in contributing to the national economy.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam's tuna sector faced numerous challenges in the latter half of 2024. While the year proved memorable, with export turnover reaching nearly USD 1 billion, maintaining this growth trajectory requires renewed impetus for the tuna industry.
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(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Sao Ta Foods Joint Stock Company (ticker symbol FMC - HoSE), one of Vietnam's largest shrimp exporters, recently announced its 2024 business results.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The United States remains one of the largest importers and consumers of Vietnamese pangasius, primarily in the form of frozen fillets. However, in recent years, the country has significantly increased its imports of value-added pangasius products.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) After reaching a peak of nearly USD 6 million in June 2024, the export value of Vietnamese tuna to Italy has stagnated and continuously declined in the last five months of the year. Cumulatively, by December 15, 2024, export turnover to this market decreased by 18% compared to the same period in 2023, reaching over USD 30 million. With this decline, Italy is no longer Vietnam's largest tuna import market within the EU bloc.
The Mekong Delta province of Tien Giang, with its 32-km coastline, is well-positioned to develop a thriving seafood industry. Recognising the importance of sustainable offshore fishing, local authorities have implemented policies to modernise the fishing fleet and support operations in offshore waters.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On the evening of December 23, 2024, in Ho Chi Minh City, the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) held a ceremony to celebrate the seafood export milestone of 10 billion USD, with hopes for continued growth in 2025. The event was attended by Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Phung Duc Tien, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang, and representatives from various ministries, as well as domestic and international partners.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) With a market share exceeding 10% in Vietnam's aquafeed sector, Sao Mai Super Feed has affirmed its position as one of the leading brands, making a significant contribution to the development of the pangasius industry and elevating Vietnamese pangasius products on the international stage.
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