From January to February 2018, the value of Pangasius exports to EU decreased by 13.2% and 15.3% compared to the same period in 2017. For the remaining 10 months, Pangasius exports to EU increased. In particular, export value to the four largest export markets (Netherlands, England, Germany and Belgium) were relatively stable.
According to ITC statistics, in the first 11 months of 2018, EU's import value of white fish increased by 8.6%, of which imports from England, France and Portugal increase significantly. The price of importing pangasius to EU market in the first 9 months of 2018 also bounced to more than US$3 /kg. This was the highest price since 2016.
The latest ITC statistics also showed that in the structure of EU white fish imports in the first 10 months of 2018, frozen Cod fillet fish (HS 030471) was still the product with the highest proportion of nearly 26% of total white fish imports followed by frozen Alaska pollack fillet fish (HS 030475); Frozen Cod fish (HS 030363); Frozen Hake fillet fish (HS 030474) ... During this time, imported frozen Hake fish (HS 030366) increased the most at 27.8% compared to the same period in 2017.
Import of frozen Pangasius, basa fillet fish (HS 030462) to the EU in the first 10 months of 2018 also progressed by 6% over the same period in the previous year. Currently, Pangasius products are also competing against tilapia and Alaska pollock in some key markets in Europe. The replacement of Pangasius products in some market segments is taking place across Europe with varying degrees.
In 2018, the value of Pangasius export to the EU market became positive again because the price of domestic pangasius materials increased, causing exports price to increase. Export value to some big markets in this region such as Netherlands increased by 33.4%, England increased by 6%, Germany increased by 10.5%, Belgium increased by 11.8% over the previous year. Particularly in December 2018, exporting Pangasius to 4 markets skyrocketed, export value to the Netherlands increased by 71.3%; England increased by 75.4%; Germany increased by 45.2% and Belgium increased by 144.8%. In the last two quarters, exports Pangasius to Holland, Germany and especially Belgium grew well.
The recovery and growth of Pangasius exports to EU market after many consecutive years of declining export value has generated goodwill for enterprises to export to this market. It is forecasted that in 2019, Pangasius export to EU will continue to increase by 20-35% compared to 2018.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) After a fairly strong upward trend in 2025, Vietnam’s clam exports entered 2026 with a mixed picture: strong growth at the beginning of the year, followed by a slowdown from March onward. According to Vietnam Customs data, Vietnam’s clam export turnover in the first four months of 2026 reached more than USD 38 million, up 2% compared to the same period in 2025.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s pangasius industry is facing new opportunities to expand its development space as many localities and businesses begin promoting marine farming models aimed at diversifying farming areas and adapting to climate change. However, for pangasius to truly “go offshore” and develop into a large-scale industry segment, significant challenges related to technology, broodstock, and markets still need to be addressed.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tilapia exports in April 2026 reached USD 11 million, up 92% compared to the same period in 2025. This strong growth indicates that Vietnamese tilapia products are continuing to penetrate and expand rapidly in international markets. Cumulative export turnover in the first four months of 2026 reached USD 49 million, up 151% year-on-year.
(seafood.vasep.com) At VietShrimp Asia 2026, disease management trends in shrimp farming are shifting strongly from treatment-based approaches toward proactive prevention through environmental and pond ecosystem control.
(vasep.com.vn) After a period of strong growth, with export turnover reaching USD 38 million in Q1/2026 — up 174% year-on-year — the sector’s rapid expansion clearly reflects growing market opportunities.
(vasep.com.vn) In the first quarter of 2026, Vietnam’s pangasius exports to the ASEAN bloc reached USD 44 million, up 7% compared to the same period in 2025. After falling to the lowest level of the quarter at USD 9 million in February — reflecting the seasonal slowdown in orders after the festive period — exports recovered strongly to USD 18 million in March, the highest monthly value of the quarter. This development shows that import demand for pangasius in ASEAN remains relatively stable despite short-term fluctuations.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On May 11, 2026, the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced a positive comparability finding for Vietnam’s swimming crab fisheries, along with those of Indonesia and Sri Lanka, under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA). With this decision, seafood and seafood products harvested from Vietnam’s swimming crab fisheries will continue to be eligible for import into the US market.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) After a slowdown in 2025, Vietnam’s tuna exports to Germany showed more positive signs in the first quarter of 2026. However, the recovery remains uncertain as consumer demand in Germany is still cautious, while market competition is increasingly driven by pricing and supply stability.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) After a sharp decline in 2025, Vietnam’s tuna exports to Israel are showing positive signs of recovery in the early months of 2026. According to Vietnam Customs data, export turnover to this market grew steadily month by month in Q1/2026, reaching nearly USD 10 million, up 33% compared to the same period in 2025. However, compared to Q1/2024, this level remains significantly lower, indicating that the recovery is still in its early stage following last year’s strong adjustment.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Entering 2026, the U.S. whitefish market has shown complex developments as global cod supply continues to tighten, while the U.S. trade environment becomes less stable. In this context, the U.S. market has had to become more flexible in sourcing alternative whitefish. However, relying heavily on Alaska pollock is not a long-term solution, as it is a strictly managed fishery with quotas and sustainability regulations, limiting any rapid increase in output to offset cod shortages.
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