Greece in the world and in the EU
In 2023, Greece ranked 3th in the EU-27 in terms of aquaculture production while it only ranked 14th for fisheries.
| (1.000 tonnes) | World | EU-27 | Greece | % world | % EU-27 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catches | 91.681 | 3.555 | 63 | 0,1% | 2% |
| Aquaculture | 136.140 | 1.043 | 141 | 0,1% | 14% |
| Total | 227.821 | 4.598 | 204 | 0,1% | 4% |
Fishing fleet
| Vessels (2024) | Capacity (2024) | Power (2024) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number: 11.452 | GT: 60.112 | KW: 344.484 | |
| TOTAL FTE: 11.916 (2023, source: JRC) | |||
| 0-11 m | 12-23 m | 24-39 m | >40 m |
| Jobs (FTE): 76% | Jobs (FTE): 14% | Jobs (FTE): 10% | Jobs (FTE): 0% |
Landings
Landings comprise the initial unloading of any fisheries products from on board a fishing vessel in a given Member State. They include aquatic plants and species not destined for human consumption. Landings are recorded in net weight and value, and concern landings made by vessels from EU Member States, Iceland, Norway and the UK.
According to Eurostat, all landings in Greece in 2023 were fresh whole/gutted products destined for human consumption.
There are 364 fishing ports registered in the country (source: EU Master Data Register, 03 December 2025).
Main commercial species landed and % of total
2023, million euros (nominal value) and 1.000 tonnes
Aquaculture
Aquaculture consists in the farming of aquatic (freshwater or saltwater) organisms, such as fish, molluscs, crustaceans and aquatic plants. Aquaculture data are reported in live weight equivalent and value.
According to Eurostat, in 2023, 98% of Greek production occurred in sea and brackish waters (almost entirely in marine waters) and the rest in freshwater. The main production method used were cages, followed by other methods for which no detail is available.
Main commercial species farmed and % of total
2023, million euros (nominal value) and 1.000 tonnes
Producer organisations
Source: European Commission, List of the recognised producer organisations in the fishery and aquaculture sector
In Greece, 2 producer organisations (POs) are formally recognized, both operating in aquaculture. Their role is to contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) and of the Common organisation of the markets (CMO) through the collective management of their members' activities.
First sales
First sales concern the fish that is sold or registered at an auction center or to registered buyers or to producer organizations (PO). First sales may differ from landings since the former do not cover fish that is landed by vessels owned by processing companies or direct sales to processors.
In 2025, total first sales in Greece amounted to 21.870 tonnes and 69 million euros. Five main commercial species covered more than 67% and 64% of total first-sale, respectively in volume and value terms.
| Top-5 main commercial species | Volume (tonnes) | Value (million euros) |
|---|---|---|
| Anchovy | 8.140 | 15,11 |
| Sardine | 4.732 | 11,99 |
| Hake | 854 | 8,41 |
| Other marine fish | 573 | 4,25 |
| Red mullet | 395 | 4,21 |
Wholesale
Wholesale is an intermediary stage in the distribution channel that buys in bulk and sells to resellers (e.g. retailers) rather than to consumers.
In Greece, the wholesale stage is mainly recorded in auction markets (source: Directorate for Fisheries Policy & Development of Fisheries Products). In 2022, sales at the Piraeus market totalled 10.410 tonnes and 29 million euros. .
Processing
According to Eurostat-SBS, 1.502 persons were employed in the Greek fish processing industry in 2023. The sector recorded a value added of 48 million euros, covering 1% of the value added of total manufacture of food products.
In 2024, the main products sold were “Fresh or chilled fish fillets and fish meat (including shark fins), whether or not minced” and “Prepared or preserved tuna, skipjack and Atlantic bonito, whole or in pieces (excluding minced products and prepared meals and dishes)” (source: Eurostat-PRODCOM).
95 companies
Net turnover: 239
billion euros
(2024, source: Eurostat - SBS)
Distribution
The chart shows percentages representing how consumers prefer different purchasing channels, such as markets, fishmonger or specialist shop, grocery stores or supermarkets, or direct purchases from producers like fisher men.
Import
Main commercial species imported
and % of total imports
2024, million euros (nominal value)
Export
Main commercial species exported
and % of total exports
2024, million euros (nominal value)
Consumption
In 2023, apparent consumption was estimated at 20,33 kg per capita, a 3% increase compared with 2022. The most consumed species are squid, sardine, salmon and anchovy (source: EUMOFA).
20,33 kg
per capita in live
weight equivalent
(2023, source: EUMOFA)
The country in EUMOFA
| Landings | Aquaculture |
Volumes and values are collected from Eurostat – Fishery. They are available on a yearly basis and accessible through dashboards, as well as through the bulk download facility. | Volumes and values are collected from Eurostat – Fishery and integrated with FAO data. They are available on a yearly basis and accessible through dashboards, as well as through the bulk download facility. |
| First sales | Wholesale |
Volumes and values are collected on a monthly basis from the Ministry of Rural Development & Food of Greece. Data cover all species sold in Greece. They are accessible through dashboards, as well as through the bulk download facility. Data at disaggregated level are also accessible, through dashboards and the bulk download facility. | Data are collected from the Ministry of Rural Development & Food of Greece and refer to sales in the port of Piraeus. On a weekly basis, volumes and values of a selection of 17 main commercial species are collected. On a monthly basis, volumes and values are collected and cover all species sold. |
| Import - Export | Processing |
Volumes and values are collected from Eurostat – COMEXT. Data concern trade flows of all fisheries and aquaculture products as recorded by national customs. They are available on a monthly and yearly basis and accessible through dashboards, as well as through the bulk download facility. | Data are collected from Eurostat – PRODCOM. They concern ex-farm quantities and values of fisheries and aquaculture products sold in the country after being transformed from raw material into final products. They are available on a yearly basis and accessible through dashboards, as well as through the bulk download facility. |
| Consumption | |
| Retail prices from online shops are available, as collected via price-scraper. |
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