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ICELANDIC TOTAL FISH CATCH IN SEPTEMBER WAS 131 THOUSAND TONNES
Icelandic total fish catch in September was 131 thousand tonnes. The fish catch in September 2025 amounted to 131 thousand tonnes, which is 34% more than in September 2024. Demersal catch decreased by 14% between years and was nearly 31 thousand tonnes, while pelagic catch was 98 thousand tonnes, an increase by 65%.
During the twelve-month period from October 2024 to September 2025, the total catch was 1,039 thousand tonnes compared with 1,000 thousand tonnes one year earlier which is a 4% increase.
About Statistics Iceland
Statistics Iceland is the centre for official statistics in Iceland, founded in 1914 and has the leading role in the organisation, coordination and conduct thereof. The institution collects statistical information about Icelandic society, processes and communicates data to users which contributes to an informed social debate and is the basis for democratic decisions. Director-General is Hrafnhildur Arnkelsdóttir.
