**Greece Sees Spike in Smoked Fish Imports Amid Seasonal Demand**
**Increased demand for seafood products drives imports growth in Q2**
* Greece’s smoked fish imports rose 4.5% year-over-year to 1,230 metric tons in June.
* The country’s total seafood import value increased by 3.8% to €13.6 million in the same period.
* Market analysts attribute the surge to rising consumer demand for premium seafood products ahead of summer holidays.
Greece’s seafood imports have been bolstered by a strong recovery in domestic demand, driven by seasonal factors and a growing preference for high-quality protein sources. As consumers gear up for the summer season, expectations are for continued growth in the country’s seafood import market, with smoked fish being one of the key drivers. The country’s proximity to major fishing grounds also supports its position as a significant player in European seafood trade flows.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 8,536,982 | 57,483,764 |
| 2021 | 7,277,701 | 49,154,877 |
| 2022 | 10,572,938 | 85,224,100 |
| 2023 | 9,465,964 | 78,209,848 |
| 2024 | 9,302,716 | 74,647,068 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 5,079,922 | 39,624,989 |
| Sweden | 1,626,259 | 9,167,131 |
| Germany | 974,716 | 10,261,904 |
| Denmark | 718,323 | 6,681,013 |
| Spain | 252,474 | 449,149 |
| France | 146,317 | 2,584,150 |
| Lithuania | 92,704 | 1,006,133 |
| Bulgaria | 83,297 | 1,257,026 |
| Norway | 52,600 | 241,732 |
| Czech Republic | 51,689 | 1,030,542 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 5,602,583 | 43,619,680 |
| Sweden | 1,343,713 | 8,861,205 |
| Germany | 958,157 | 9,179,033 |
| Denmark | 630,568 | 6,659,718 |
| Cyprus | 180,095 | 1,197,218 |
| France | 165,853 | 2,894,197 |
| Croatia | 95,018 | 227,516 |
| Lithuania | 83,436 | 809,478 |
| Norway | 82,976 | 393,989 |
| Bulgaria | 69,693 | 1,168,631 |
