Indonesia Tuna Fish Market Overview:
Indonesia is a top tuna producer, with annual catches reaching ** thousand tonnes in 2024, making it one of the world’s largest tuna suppliers. The market, valued at over US$ ** billion, includes skipjack, yellowfin, and bigeye tuna harvested primarily from the eastern Indonesian waters. Tuna is a crucial export commodity, accounting for about 10% of Indonesia’s total fisheries export revenue. The domestic market also consumes significant volumes, with growing demand for canned and fresh tuna products.
Primary Areas/ Elements of Research & Analysis
The report provides comprehensive and valuable insights into the supply and demand dynamics of the Indonesia tuna fish market. Below are the variables considered and analyzed in the report:
• Supply-demand trends, market growth, and trade
• Market structure, conduct, and performance analysis
• Historical and forecasted market size (volume & value)
• Trade analysis (export & import), including key partners, quantities, values, and price trends
• Supply chain mapping, pricing, and regulatory framework
• Competitive landscape profiling of key players
• Factors influencing market performance, including sustainability trends
Market Growth Factors
The tuna market is growing at a CAGR of **% through 2030, supported by increasing investments in sustainable fishing methods and cold chain logistics. International demand for sashimi-grade tuna, particularly in Japan, Korea, and the USA, continues to drive exports, representing nearly **% of total production. Government initiatives to improve fishing fleet efficiency and support fisheries cooperatives have increased catch volumes by **% between 2020 and 2023. Growth in aquaculture-based tuna farming, currently producing **% of total supply, is also expected to expand rapidly.
Market Restraints & Challenges
Key challenges include overfishing and illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, which threaten tuna stock sustainability. Climate change effects such as ocean temperature rise impact tuna migration patterns, causing fluctuations in catch volumes. Infrastructure limitations, particularly in remote fishing areas, result in post-harvest losses estimated at 12%. Regulatory compliance costs for traceability and sustainability certification are increasing. Price volatility in global tuna markets, with skipjack prices fluctuating between US$ ** and US$ ** per metric ton over recent years, also affects profitability.
Market Segmentation
Market segmentation includes fresh/frozen tuna (**%), canned tuna (**%), and processed products like tuna flakes and loins (**%). By species, skipjack accounts for **%, yellowfin **%, and bigeye **%. Export destinations include Japan (**%), USA (**%), and the European Union (**%), with domestic consumption representing **%.
Competitive Landscape
The Indonesian tuna industry comprises small-scale artisanal fishers alongside larger commercial operators. Leading fishing companies such as PT Samudera Tuna Indonesia dominate export-oriented processing. Several Japanese and South Korean firms have invested in joint ventures to secure supply and improve quality standards. Innovations focus on sustainable fishing gear and improved cold chain facilities to extend shelf life and meet stringent import requirements. The government actively promotes tuna certification programs to enhance market access.
Outlook
The tuna market in Indonesia is projected to reach over ** million tonnes by 2030, with a market value exceeding US$ ** billion. Growth will be driven by sustainable fishing practices, aquaculture expansion, and increased processing capacity. Rising global seafood consumption and health awareness favor tuna as a protein source. Export diversification into emerging markets in the Middle East and Southeast Asia will open new avenues. Enhanced monitoring and enforcement of sustainable fishing regulations will support long-term resource viability. The sector is poised for sustainable growth amid evolving market dynamics.
Scope of the Report:
• Historical Years: 2018-2023
• Base Year: 2024
• Forecast Period: 2025-2030
• Units: Value (US$ Million) and Volume (Thousand Tonnes)
• Report Coverage: Production, Consumption, Export, and Import
• Segments Covered:
By Species (Skipjack Tuna, Mackerel Tuna, and Others)
By Form (Fresh, Canned, and Frozen)
By Sales (Domestic Consumption and Exports)
• Companies Profiled: The market players include, PT. Medan Tropical Canning & Frozen Industries, PT. Aneka Tuna Indonesia, PT. Juifa International Foods, PT. Avila Prima Intra Makmur, PT. GIR (PT. Gema Ista Raya), PT. Maya Muncar, PT. Samudra Mandiri Sentosa, PT. Sinar Pure Foods International, PT. Citra Raja Ampat Canning, PT. Dharma Samudera Fishing Industries Tbk, PT. Perikanan Nusantara, PT. Bali Seafood International, PT. Maluku Prima Makmur, PT. Bahari Biru Nusantara, and Others.
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