So far this year, seafood export amounts to NOK 11.2 billion (USD 1.9 billion), an increase of NOK 2.3 billion (USD 384.7 million) or 26 per cent, compared to the same period last year.
"The volume growth in the trout industry, and the price growth in the salmon industry and the two primary explanations for the export growth. With a price increase of 30 per cent the growth in the salmon price is the single biggest reason," says Egil Ove Sundheim, Director of Market Information at the Norwegian Seafood Council.
NOK 3.3 billion (USD 551.9 million) worth of salmon was exported in February. This is an increase of NOK 856 million (USD 143.2 million), or 35 per cent, compared with February last year. The price of fresh whole salmon increased from NOK 36.38 to 47.55 (USD 6.08 to 7.95) per kilo. Volume increased by 2,200 tonnes to 66,900 tonnes for all uses of salmon. France, Poland and Russia are the largest importers of salmon from Norway.
The export of Norwegian fjord trout increased by NOK 62 million (USD 10.4 million) or 45 per cent, to a total of NOK 201 million (USD 33.6 million). So far this year, trout exports have amounted to NOK 406 million (USD 67.9 million). Russia was the biggest market for Norwegian fjord trout in February.
The exports of herring ended up at NOK 195 million (USD 35.6 million) in February, representing a decline of NOK 64 million (USD 10.7 million) or 25 per cent. Germany and the Netherlands were the major herring markets in February.
Mackerel exports increased in February by NOK 102 million (USD 17 million) or 54 per cent, totalling NOK 290 million (USD 48.5 million). China is the largest receiver, with a value of NOK 61 million (USD 10.2 million).
Clipfish exports increased in February by NOK 168 million (USD 28.1 million) or 107 per cent, totalling NOK 325 million (USD 54.3 million). Brazil is the largest market for February, with a value of NOK 160 million (USD 26.7 million).
Salted fish exports increased in February by NOK 30 million (USD 5 million) or 28 per cent, totalling NOK 136 million (USD 22.7 million). Portugal remains our largest market for salted fish with a total value of NOK 84 million (USD 14 million) in February.
The export of fresh cod increased by NOK 132 million (USD 22 million) or 86 per cent, to a total of NOK 284 million (USD 47.5 million). With an export value of NOK 268 million (USD 44.8 million) the EU dominates the market for fresh cod from Norway. For frozen cod the increase is NOK 42 million (USD 7 million), or 31 per cent, to a total of NOK 179 million (USD 29.9 million). The EU is the largest receiver of frozen cod too, with a value of NOK 118 million (USD 19.7 million).
Norway eyes 5% to 10% increase in salmon exports to Malaysia
Norway expects to increase the volume of its salmon exports to Malaysia this year by 5% to 10% from 1,900 tonnes previously.
Norwegian Seafood Council Regional Director South-East Asia, Christian Chramer, said the target would be achieved driven by the changing lifestyle of Malaysians.
"Apart from healthy lifestyle, the increase in retail growth as well as increasing sushi demand, will also also contribute towards higher volume in salmon exports to Malaysia," he told reporters on the sidelines of the visit by Norway's Minister of Trade and Industry, Monica Maeland, to the two-day Norwegian salmon promotion here today.
Chramer said the country imported textiles and palm oil from Malaysia.
Norway produces 1.1 million tonnes of salmon a year and salmon represents 65% of the country's fish export.
The country is one of the world's biggest producers of Atlantic salmon with 60% of the total production going to the European market and 40% for Asian market.
Meanwhile, AEON Co (M) Bhd managing director, Nur Qamarina Chew Abdullah, said the company imported RM7 million worth of salmon, or 15 tonnes, every month.
Of the import, Norway contributed some 80% and the rest came from Chile, New Zealand and Tasmania.
"AEON is also eyeing an increase in salmon import by 10% every month," she said.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The year 2025 marked a pivotal milestone for Vietnam’s seafood industry in its restructuring process toward sustainability, transparency, and higher value creation, amid continued uncertainties in the global economic and trade environment. Prolonged inflation in major economies, the rising trend of trade protectionism, and increasingly stringent requirements related to environmental standards, traceability, and social responsibility have posed significant challenges to seafood production and exports. Nevertheless, overcoming these pressures, Vietnam’s seafood sector has gradually demonstrated its adaptability, maintained growth momentum, and laid an important foundation for the next stage of development.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Amid the increasingly evident impacts of drought and saltwater intrusion, the shrimp-rice production model in Ca Mau province continues to prove itself as a viable direction, contributing to higher farmer incomes, improved soil conditions and the promotion of ecological and sustainable agricultural development.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The management of fishing vessels, monitoring of fishing activities, and handling of violations in the fisheries sector in Lam Dong province have continued to be implemented in a synchronized and stringent manner, contributing to raising awareness of legal compliance among fishermen and aiming to end illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Can Tho’s fishery industry sustained steady growth in 2025 with total aquatic and marine output reaching nearly 783,000 tons, fulfilling 100% of the annual target. Aquaculture, capture fisheries and fishing fleet management were further strengthened, aiming for sustainable development in the coming years.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In 2025, Vietnam’s pangasius export turnover reached nearly USD 2.2 billion, up 8% year-on-year. This result indicates that pangasius exports maintained their growth momentum despite significant volatility in the global market environment. In December 2025, pangasius export value reached USD 200 million, up 10% compared to December 2024. This solid performance in the final month of the year reflects increased import demand for consumption and inventory replenishment in key markets.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In 2025, Vietnam’s tuna exports to Spain experienced significant fluctuations. According to Vietnam Customs, during the first 11 months of 2025, export turnover for the first 11 months of the year edged up by 0.3% year-on-year, reaching nearly $15 million.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son has signed Decision No. 16/QD-TTg, dated January 5, 2026, approving the implementation plan for the Vietnam-Israel Free Trade Agreement (VIFTA). Under the plan, in the coming period, ministries, ministerial-level agencies, government-affiliated entities and People’s Committees of provinces and centrally-run cities must institutionalize and execute tasks focused on the dissemination of information regarding VIFTA and the Israeli market; legislative and institutional development, as well as enhancing competitiveness and human resource growth...
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Beyond achieving double-digit growth, Vietnam’s fish cake and surimi exports are showing a notable year-end "inflection point": the EU his accelerating with nearly twofold growth, China & Hong Kong are rising sharply, while the largest market, South Korea, signaled a slowdown in November. According to Vietnam Customs data, export turnover of fish cake and surimi reached $327 million in the first 11 months of 2025, up 22% year-on-year; November 2025 alone accounted for $35 million, marking a 5% increase. This serves as a critical foundation for exporters to reassess market structures and competitive intensity while finalizing order strategies for 2026.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Ca Mau, widely regarded as the nation’s “shrimp capital”, continued its strong performance in 2025 as shrimp output reached nearly 600,000 tons, maintaining its position as Vietnam’s leading shrimp-producing locality.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On December 29, 2025, at the 2025 Pangasius Industry Review Conference held in Can Tho City, the Vietnam Pangasius Association announced that fingerling prices have surged to record levels due to acute supply shortages.
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