According to statistics from the National Food Sanitary and Quality Service (Senasa), in the first seven months of this year 132,970 tonnes of fish were exported, that is to say, 0.6 per cent less than in the same period in 2012 (133,740 tonnes).
Until July 2013 a total of 95,092 tonnes of seafood was also exported, 9.4 per cent more than in the same period last year, when 86,864 tonnes had been sold overseas.
The largest export records were those of squid (Illex argentinus), with 64,403 tonnes, representing 6.8 per cent more compared to 60,290 tonnes, which had been exported between January and July 2012.
It was followed by the hake (Merluccius Hubbsi), with 62,882 tonnes, 0.4 per cent more than during the first seven months of last year (62,620 tonnes), and shrimp (Pleoticus muelleri), with 24,415 tonnes, 15.2 per cent more than during the same period last year (21,184 tonnes).
Among the resources that increased their shipments abroad is the anchovy (Engraulis anchoita), whose sales grew 2.2 per cent, changing from 5,081 tonnes between January and July of 2012 to 5,193 tonnes in the same period of 2013.
More stingray (Potamotrygon brachyura) fins were also exported, changing from 2,484 tonnes to 3,240 tonnes (30.4 per cent); Patagonian scallop (Zygochlamys patagonica), from 3,401 to 3,926 tonnes (15.4 per cent); and trout (Cynoscion striatus), from 7,681 to 8,114 tonnes (5.6 per cent).
The species recorded declines when comparing the first seven months of 2013 with the one from last year were:
• Hoki (Macruronus magellanicus): 17.7 per cent (from 10,618 to 8,743 tonnes);
• Whitemouth croaker (Micropogonias furnieri): 0.9 per cent (from 18,506 to 18,345 tonnes);
• Golden kingklip (Genypterus blacodes): 6.7 per cent (from 1,494 to 1,395 tonnes).
Starting this year, Senasa does not report the values of fish exports.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Currently, Da Nang City has no fishing vessels detained, sanctioned by foreign authorities, or criminally prosecuted for IUU fishing violations. Patrols, monitoring of marine fishing activities, and handling of violations have been prioritized by competent forces, significantly reducing nearshore fishing infringements.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) According to statistics from Vietnam Customs, Vietnam’s tuna exports to Israel in the first nine months of 2025 reached just over USD 27 million, down as much as 49% compared to the same period in 2024. This is a steep and prolonged decline for many consecutive months, reflecting changes in import demand as well as shifts in the supply structure of this market.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The first 700 tons of Vietnamese tilapia ordered and imported by JBS Group will initially be distributed through supermarket chains, the Horeca network and JBS’s product showrooms in Brazil.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In October 2025, Vietnam’s pangasius exports hit $217 million, representing an 8% increase compared to the same month in 2024. For the first 10 months of the year, total export value has surpassed $1.8 billion, up 9% year-on-year. This growth demonstrates clear positive momentum for the pangasius industry, despite continued declines in certain markets.
In recent days, the Central provinces of Vietnam have been suffering from historic flooding, with prolonged heavy rains, landslides, flash floods, and deep inundation causing extremely serious impacts on tens of thousands of households, as well as many VASEP member exporters located in the region. With the spirit of mutual support and solidarity, and in order to promptly assist residents and member exporters in the affected areas to stabilize their lives and restore production activities, VASEP calls on all seafood exporters, organizations, and individuals to extend supports to the people and member exporters in the flood-hit areas. We urge timely and practical material and spiritual contributions to help member exporters and local communities in the severely affected provinces overcome this difficult period.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the final days of October 2025, Vietnam’s domestic raw shrimp market remained generally stable, though slight adjustments were recorded in several sizes across key farming regions.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s shrimp exports reached USD 498 million in October 2025, up 26% from the same period last year. This is one of the highest monthly revenues since the beginning of the year, reflecting solid demand in major markets and faster shipment schedules by exporters. From January to October, shrimp export value reached USD 3.9 billion, up 22% compared to the same period in 2024.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On October 31, 2025, the US Court of International Trade (CIT) officially issued an order to suspend the case filed by the National Fisheries Institute (NFI), the National Restaurant Association (NRA), and several US seafood companies against the US Government concerning the implementation of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA).
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) An Giang’s fisheries sector has maintained stable growth momentum during the first nine months of 2025, making an important contribution to the province’s socio-economic development. Despite facing numerous challenges, the province is implementing various measures to enhance production efficiency, expand markets, and promote sustainable fisheries development toward deeper integration into the global economy.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s pangasius export value in September 2025 reached USD 181 million, up 5% compared to the same period in 2024. The overall trend for the pangasius industry remains positive, with total exports in the first nine months of 2025 reaching nearly USD 1.6 billion, an increase of 9% year-on-year.
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