Landings of coastal and artisanal fishing products at the port of Essaouira recorded a remarkable increase of 25% in 2024, reaching 25,009 tonnes compared to 20,046 tonnes in 2023, according to the latest statistics from the National Fisheries Office (ONP). This positive dynamic is accompanied by a significant increase in the market value of landed products, which jumped 36% to reach 290.473 million dirhams.
Pelagic fish dominate this growth with a 27% rebound in catches, totaling 19,924 tonnes, or a value of 94.160 million dirhams (+39%). Cephalopods and crustaceans also showed respective increases of 11% and 94%, demonstrating a favorable dynamic for the local economy. On the other hand, catches of white fish saw a slight drop of 5%, amounting to 1,052 tonnes.
At the national level, landings of coastal and artisanal fishing products reached 1,336,058 tonnes in 2024, recording a slight decrease of 1% compared to 2023. However, the value of marketed catches increased by 6%, exceeding 10.54 billion dirhams, reflecting a better valuation of fishery products.
These performances underline the strategic role of the port of Essaouira in the fishing sector and the impact of the efforts made to strengthen the sector. The modernization of infrastructure and the support of professionals make it possible to optimize productivity and support the economic development of the region.
-M.Ba.
Morocco
