Exports of squid products continued to take the main share of Vietnam’s cephalopod exports in 2017, accounting for 57% of total export value in the first 11 months of the year. Exports of fresh/live/frozen squid picked up the highest proportion of 37%; followed by those of dried/salted/fresh/live/frozen octopus with 36%.
Shipments of other processed squid (HS code 16) witnessed the highest increase of 71%; followed by live/fresh/frozen squid (HS code 03) and live/fresh/frozen octopus (HS code 03) with 57% over the same period in 2016.
Vietnam currently exported cephalopod to 62 markets. In particular, the total export value to top 9 main importing markets accounted for 99% of the total export value of Vietnam cephalopod in the first 11 months of the year.
Exports to South Korea continued to grow from the first months of the year. In November 2017, Vietnam’s cephalopod exports to South Korea reached over US$20 million; increasing by 7% compared to November 2016. In the Jan-Nov 2017, exports to this market reached US$198.4 million USD; up 34.4% over the year before. The country still remained as the largest buyer of Vietnam cephalopod, accounting for 34.8% of Vietnam’s total cephalopod exports to markets.
Vietnam’s cephalopod sales to Japan reported the continuous growth from the beginning of the year. The export value of Vietnam cephalopod to the market in November 2017 hit US$12.9 million, up 3.6% over November 2016, the figure in the first 11 months of 2017 estimated at US$135.9 million, up 39% year on year. Japan ranked second in top leading importers of Vietnam cephalopod, making up 23.8%. A decrease in the world production of cephalopod and a rise in the yen exchange rate partly drove Japanese importers to increase imports of this item from Vietnam.
The EU continued to be the 3rd largest importer of Vietnam cephalopod in this period. The value of exports to the EU in November 2017 decreased by 8.7% to see US$6.2 million. However, the export value to the bloc as of November 2017 still witnessed the remarkable increase of 63.6% to eye US$98.7 million. Italy, Spain and France kept as top 3 biggest buyers of Vietnam cephalopod in the EU. Exports to these 3 markets were growing well. As of November 2017, exports to Italy and Spain increased by 46% and 78%, respectively. Notably, exports to France experienced the 3-digit growth of 160%.
ASEAN continued to hold the 4th rank. Vietnam’s cephalopod exports to the region in the first 11 months of the year touched US$66.2 million, up 42.6% over the year before. Thailand and Malaysia were the two major importers of Vietnam cephalopod in ASEAN. Of that, Vietnam’s cephalopod exports to Thailand were on the upward trend.
Among the major importing markets of Vietnam cephalopod in this period, exports to China is posted the highest growth rate. Vietnam’s cephalopod exports to China and Hong Kong amounted to US$37.8 million, up 145.6% over the same period in 2016. Of that, shipments to Hong Kong reached US$6.3 million, up 25.3%.
The U.S ranked the 6th in top importers of Vietnam cephalopod. Although Vietnam exports of shrimp and pangasius to the U.S decreased, those of cephalopod were up 93.7% to reach US$8.8 million as of November 2017.
In the coming time, production of cephalopod in the world is forecasted to remain low, leading to a rise in the price of this item. Vietnam’s cephalopod exports of in 2017 expected to total US$655 million, up 49% compared with 2016.
(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.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s seafood exports recorded strong growth in the first half of 2026, but the performance was increasingly uneven across products, markets and enterprises. VASEP’s newly released premium report provides the detailed data and analysis needed to understand what lies behind the headline figures and prepare for the more challenging months ahead.
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