| Product Code: ETC4998054 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Padhi | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2024, Ireland`s mussels import market continued to thrive, with Metropolitan France, the UK, and the Netherlands leading the way in supplying mussels to the country. Despite high concentration levels indicated by the HHI, the market showed impressive growth with a CAGR of 80.07% from 2020 to 2024. The growth momentum was sustained in 2024, with a notable growth rate of 24.54% compared to the previous year. This data highlights the strong demand for mussels in Ireland and the significant role that these top exporting countries play in meeting that demand.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Ireland Mussels Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Mussels Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ireland Mussels Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Mussels Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Mussels Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Products, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Ireland Mussels Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ireland Mussels Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing consumer awareness about the health benefits of consuming mussels |
4.2.2 Increasing demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly seafood options |
4.2.3 Rising popularity of seafood-based cuisines and dining experiences in Ireland |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Seasonal fluctuations in mussel availability due to weather conditions |
4.3.2 Regulatory challenges and compliance requirements for mussel farming |
4.3.3 Competition from other seafood products in the market |
5 Ireland Mussels Market Trends |
6 Ireland Mussels Market Segmentations |
6.1 Ireland Mussels Market, By Products |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Mussels Market Revenues & Volume, By Green Mussel, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Ireland Mussels Market Revenues & Volume, By Black Mussel, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Ireland Mussels Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Ireland Mussels Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Mussels Market Revenues & Volume, By Local Sales, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Ireland Mussels Market Revenues & Volume, By Export Sales, 2021-2031F |
7 Ireland Mussels Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Mussels Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Mussels Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Mussels Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of restaurants offering mussel dishes on their menus |
8.2 Average price trend of mussels in the market |
8.3 Number of mussel farms achieving sustainability certifications |
8.4 Consumer satisfaction ratings for mussel quality and freshness |
8.5 Frequency of mussel consumption per capita in Ireland |
9 Ireland Mussels Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Mussels Market Opportunity Assessment, By Products, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Ireland Mussels Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ireland Mussels Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Mussels Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ireland Mussels Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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