Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Belgium compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Belgium
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#14 In EuropeBusiness
#20 In EuropeEmployees
#23 In EuropeWages
#16 In EuropeThe Seafood Processing in Belgium ranks 14 in Europe with regards to its 2024 revenue (€883.2m). Revenue received by operators in Belgium has been low in volatility over the past five-year period, with the average annual change in revenue (2.5 %) most comparable to...
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Revenue per Enterprise
Value (€ Million) in 2024
Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Seafood Processing industry in Belgium in 2024?
The market size of the Seafood Processing industry in Belgium is €883.2m in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Seafood Processing in Belgium industry in 2024?
There are 71 businesses in the Seafood Processing industry in Belgium, which has grown at a CAGR of 10.5 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Seafood Processing industry in Belgium grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Seafood Processing industry in Belgium has been growing at a CAGR of 2.5 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Seafood Processing industry in Belgium over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Seafood Processing industry in Belgium is expected to grow.
What does the Seafood Processing in Belgium include?
Frozen Seafood and Fresh or Chilled Seafood are part of the Seafood Processing industry.
How competitive is the Seafood Processing industry in Belgium?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Seafood Processing industry in Belgium.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Meat Processing in Belgium
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in Belgium
Complementors
- Prepared Meal Production in Belgium
- Food & Drink Wholesaling in Belgium
International industries
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Industry operators process and preserve fish, molluscs, crustaceans and other seafood. The industry includes factory ships that process seafood, unless they also engage in fishing activities, and excludes the processing of products derived from marine mammals. The preparation of frozen fish dishes and the manufacture of fish soups also fall outside the scope of the industry.
What's included in this industry?
Frozen Seafood Fresh or Chilled Seafood Seafood in batter or breadcrumbs Fishmeal Canned/preserved seafood Smoked, dried and salted seafood OtherIndustry Code
102 - Processing and preserving of fish, crustaceans and molluscs in Belgium
Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue CAGR
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Seafood Processing in Belgium
- Employees in the Seafood Processing in Belgium
- Business in the Seafood Processing in Belgium
- Profit in the Seafood Processing in Belgium
Current Performance
Analysis
How does this country's performance compare to Europe?
Life Cycle
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
International Trade
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
ANALYSIS
What is the competitive landscape in Europe?
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Europe's seafood processing and preservation industry faces stringent and evolving regulatory standards. These regulations focus on sustainability, food safety and traceability, ensuring product quality while protecting marine ecosystems and consumer health.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Seafood Processing in Belgium industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Eco-conscious seafood processors boost profit by focusing on sustainable production methods. Consumers and regulators are willing to pay more for sustainably-produced seafood.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Seafood Processing in Belgium industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
Methodology
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