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Aquaculture in Greece: suppliers, costs and project planning

FishMatch Group helps commercial buyers in Greece source aquaculture equipment and complete farm projects through a private, human-reviewed RFQ process. Key species are seabream, seabass; typical water temperatures are 14–27 °C and industrial electricity costs about USD 0.24 per kWh.

Greece is Europe's largest seabream and seabass producer; buyers source cages, nets, feed barges, hatchery RAS and harvesting equipment.

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Key planning facts

Main species
seabream, seabass
Common systems
Cages, RAS (recirculating)
Water temperature
14–27 °C
Industrial electricity
USD 0.24 / kWh
Water cost
≈ USD 2.00 / m³
Compound feed
≈ €1 (≈ $2) / kg
VAT / GST on equipment
24%
Currency
EUR (≈ 0.9 / USD)
Licensing authority
Ministry of Rural Development and Food
Main import ports
Piraeus and Thessaloniki
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What to check before requesting quotes in Greece

  1. Confirm your water source and year-round temperature (14–27 °C) for seabream.
  2. Budget energy carefully: at about USD 0.24/kWh, pumping and aeration are a major operating cost.
  3. Start permits and environmental licensing early with Ministry of Rural Development and Food.
  4. Plan equipment logistics and lead times through Piraeus and Thessaloniki.
  5. Check water rights or tariffs: municipal water costs about USD 2.00 per m³, so RAS make-up water and pond filling need a secured source.
  6. Budget taxes: standard VAT/GST is 24% on equipment; ask about import duty exemptions for aquaculture.

Electricity: GlobalPetrolPrices business tariffs (2026). Water tariffs and exchange rates are estimates; VAT is the standard national rate.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a fish farm cost in Greece?

An indicative 250-tonne-per-year RAS in Greece costs roughly €2M (≈ $2.3M) – €3.2M (≈ $3.5M) in equipment and installation, before land and buildings. Ponds and cages usually cost less per tonne. Use the calculator for your species and scale, then request supplier quotes.

Which fish and shrimp are farmed in Greece?

Commercial projects in Greece mainly focus on seabream, seabass.

Who licenses aquaculture in Greece?

Licensing and environmental approval usually involve Ministry of Rural Development and Food. Requirements change, so confirm with the authority before committing capital.

Does FishMatch Group sell equipment?

No. FishMatch Group is an independent, human-reviewed sourcing service. We qualify your project, match it with vetted suppliers and keep supplier details private until an introduction is approved.

More Greece questions: see the market FAQ

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