In the first quarter of this year, seafood exports remained the growth rate of over 15 percent from the same period of 2011. In the second quarter, exports tended to halt with the slow growth of only 6 percent, even in June 2012, pangasius exports fell by 14.5 percent, shrimp exports fell by 4 percent.
However, in the second quarter of 2012, the positive growth in exports of marine product exports has compensated for the decrease in exports of two main key items (shrimp and pangasius). Exports of tuna and cephalopod reached positive growth of 53 percent and 40 percent, respectively. Noteworthily, exports of other marine finfish surged the most by over 64 percent. Through June 2012, exports of crab, swimming crab, surimi (accounting for nearly 40 percent of total seafood export value of Vietnam) helped to bring total seafood export value of Vietnam to gain US$1.14 billion. In the second quarter and the first half of 2012, increase in capture production of marine products, especially tuna and pelagic finfish pushed seafood exports to rocket sharply. Tuna processors are strengthening to import raw material to have further processing before exporting the processed products out of Vietnam under sales contract in order to meet global demand for these two items, particularly frozen marine finfish.
Confronting with difficulties in capital and importing markets, many enterprises have to suspend operating. Till the end of June 2012, the number of seafood exporters decreased by 30 percent from that of the same period last year. Many enterprises have to merge with others, some have to stop operating which is a selection and elimination process to restructure of seafood enterprises aiming to develop sustainably. This trend will be continued in the following quarters.
Seafood exports in the second quarter this year achieved US$1.57 billion and fetch US$2.89 billion in the first half of 2012. Whether can seafood shipment in the third quarter rise in the wake of difficulties in capital and importing markets? With the facts that the government’s programme of VND9,000 billion loan with preferential interest rates will contribute to recovering pangasius sector and competent authorities actively support fisheries industry in searching and expanding markets, shrimp and pangasius exports in the third quarter will be expected to recover and bring total seafood exports in the quarter to over US$1.8 billion and reach the target of US$6.5 billion for the whole 2012.
“Report on Vietnam seafood exports, Q.II/2012” published in August 20th 2012 will provide seafood enterprises and readers with detail information on analysis and evaluation on seafood production and exports in the quarter and forecasts for the next quarter. We are looking forward to receiving feedback from enterprises and readers.
(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.
VASEP - HIỆP HỘI CHẾ BIẾN VÀ XUẤT KHẨU THỦY SẢN VIỆT NAM
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