In Jan-Sep 2012, marine product exports including marine shrimp reached US$1.78 billion, up 20.5 percent from Jan-Sep 2011 and accounting for 39.4 percent of total seafood exports nationwide.
The growth in exporting catched fish was contributed significantly by tuna and finfish. The growth is thanks to hiking domestic fish landings and increasing demand from consumer markets and shrinking production in other countries such as
In 2012, processors sought to import raw marine products in all varieties for processing and exporting with an aim to intensifying export value and creating jobs for workers.
Forecast on marine product exports in Q. IV
In the last quarter of the year, total export of marine products is projected to reach over US$550 million, showing an increase of 5 percent on par with the same period of 2011 and pushing total export of the whole 2012 up to US$2.2 billion, an advance of 19 percent from that of 2011.
Tuna: Demand for tuna in many consumer markets is still high. In the fourth quarter, tuna exports is expected to reach US$160 million, up 6.5 percent over that of Q.III/2012, bringing total tuna export turnover in 2012 to US$600 million, up 57 percent from that of 2011. In which exports to potential markets such as Israel, Iran, South Korea, Mexico will rise by 10-15 percent over that of Q.III and up 50-150 percent over that of the same period of 2011.
Cephalopod: Hopefully, in the fourth quarter, exports of these items will touch about US$130 million, representing slight advance from that of the previous quarter. Importing demand from
The output of squid, especially octopus sharply drops by 5 percent over that of the same period of last year. Thus, in Q.IV, imports of raw cephalopod for processing and exporting will continue to edge up 10-20 percent from that of the corresponding period of 2011.
Bivalve mollusk: In the last quarter of 2012, bivalve mollusk exports are estimated to obtain US$21 million, up 10 percent over the previous quarter but down 3 percent over the fourth quarter of 2011. Expectedly, in 2012, bivalve mollusk shipment gains nearly US$80 million, down 1.2 percent over 2011 because demand from large importers falls, export price reports slight growth of 2 percent or equal to 2011.
Marine finfish, fish paste and surimi: Exports of these items in 2012 are forecasted to reach US$230 million. Exports of fish paste and surimi to
Crab & swimming crab and other crustacean: In Q.IV, exports of these items will reach about US$37 million, up 5 percent over that of Q.III but down nearly 4 percent from that of the same period of last year.
(seafoo.vasep.com.vn) Ca Mau Province is stepping up efforts to protect aquatic resources and promote transparent and sustainable fisheries, joining the country’s efforts to have the European Commission (EC) remove its “yellow card” warning for illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
(vasep.com.vn) Vietnam has strengthened its position in China’s massive seafood market, becoming the largest lobster supplier while maintaining a dominant share of the country’s imported pangasius.
(vasep.com.vn) Vietfish 2026 was more than just a larger exhibition space. Through B2B meetings, booth discussions, production-chain visits and post-show feedback, businesses and buyers found something more concrete: suitable suppliers, processing capabilities, technology solutions, new markets and a foundation for building long-term trust and partnerships.
(vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tilapia exports to the United States declined significantly in the first seven months of 2026. Cumulative export value reached US$18 million, down 42% from the same period in 2025. In July alone, exports amounted to just US$2 million, plunging 70%, indicating a clear slowdown in import demand from the US market.
(vasep.com.vn) At the seminar “Global Seafood Markets and the Future Workforce: Trends, Opportunities and Directions for the Sustainable Development of Vietnam’s Fisheries Sector,” held as part of VIETFISH 2026, Ms. Shirlene Maria Anthonysamy, Fisheries Officer (Markets) and GLOBEFISH Coordinator at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), presented initiatives aimed at promoting youth participation in fisheries and aquaculture.
(vasep.com.vn) In the first seven months of 2026, Vietnam’s pangasius exports to the United States reached US$189 million, down 8% year-on-year. In July alone, export value reached US$22 million, down 28%. This trend indicates that U.S. demand for pangasius imports has remained relatively cautious this year, as importers tend to maintain moderate inventory levels and limit stockpiling.
(vasep.com.vn) After three days at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City, the Vietnam International Fisheries Exhibition – VIETFISH 2026 – has successfully concluded, leaving a strong impression in terms of scale, visitor numbers, the quality of business connections, and innovative activities. With more than 14,000 m² of exhibition space, 335 companies, 568 booths, participation from representatives of 17 countries and territories, and nearly 15,000 visitors, VIETFISH 2026 has once again affirmed its role as an important meeting point for Vietnam’s and the global seafood industry.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Held as part of Vietfish 2026 from August 19–21 at SECC in Ho Chi Minh City, a series of five specialized seminars provided the seafood business community with updates on markets, technology, standards, human resources and cooperation opportunities. With the participation of experts, international organizations, government agencies and businesses from Vietnam and abroad, the seminars created an additional platform for professional exchange alongside the exhibition’s product showcases and business networking activities.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On the morning of August 19, 2026, the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition – VIETFISH 2026 officially opened at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City. With 568 booths representing 335 companies, alongside the presence of senior government officials, local authorities, diplomatic missions and international partners, VIETFISH 2026 kicks off three days of business networking, technology exchange and market engagement under the overarching theme “Innovation and Sustainability.”
The Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) officially announces that the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition (Vietfish 2026) will take place from August 19–21, 2026, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City.
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