Exports of canned tuna, the main product that Vietnam exported to this market, increased 84% year on year. Tuna live / fresh / frozen / dried (code 03) saw strongest growth at 7.750% from the same period in 2014.
Among EU nations, Germany, Spain and Italy were largest import markets of Vietnam tuna. While imports of Germany and Spain rose, those of Italy reduced. Vietnam's tuna exports to Spain increased most of this period and therefore, Spain replaced Netherlands in the top 3 largest importing markets of tuna from Vietnam.
In EU, Germany was the biggest market for Vietnam's tuna. As of 15th February 2015, Vietnam earned US$ 5.6 million from tuna sales to this market, up 63.7% year on year. Requiring non-FAD tuna, Germany importers have eyed on suppliers from Vietnam.
67% of canned tuna of the EU are from Spain. In order to have sufficient raw material, imports are needed and yet, Spain is currently the largest market for tuna from Vietnam. Until early February 2015, Vietnam earned US$ 2.6 million from tuna exports to Spain. This reports a big increase of 125%.
Statistics of the International Trade Centre (ITC) revealed that tuna imports of EU countries in 2014 decreased comparing to 2013. Spain was the biggest tuna importing market. Tuna imports of EU in 2014 originated from 89 countries, valued at US$ 3.4 billion, down 33.7%. Spain, Thailand and Ecuador were top tuna exporters to EU while Vietnam stayed at the 22nd place.
As marine capture was not sufficient for process, EU processors depend on seafood imports. Imports made up 63% to 65% of total seafood in EU, to some species, the percentage can be up to 90%. Spain, France, Italy and Portugal, major canned tuna producers in the EU, are increasing imports of frozen tuna loins for process. The industry provides 15,000 jobs. While France is in need of quota increase to 25,000 MT from the current quota of 22,000 MT, Italy needs to import 30,000 MT of tuna.
Being tax exempted, Ecuador is the largest supplier of semi-processed tuna loins in tuna processing plants in Spain and Italy. The euro was at 11-year low but skipjack price plummeted to US$ 1,000/MT. If the euro continues to depreciate, tuna consumption in the EU will decrease, causing canned tuna imports to decline.
Vietnam tuna exports in 2015, will benefit from FTA to be signed with the EU. Accordingly, 90% of goods (including seafood products) from Vietnam to the EU fisheries will be tax exempted.
(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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