Floating cranes and docks trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in floating cranes and docks was worth $9.30 billion in 2024, about 1.74 million tonnes. That is a fall of 4% since 2017, and down 13% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9.30B | 1.74M t |
| 2023 | $10.69B | 1.74M t |
| 2022 | $14.63B | 1.46M t |
| 2021 | $9.16B | 1.32M t |
| 2020 | $10.97B | 1.42M t |
| 2019 | $10.68B | 1.07M t |
| 2018 | $8.50B | 758.3K t |
| 2017 | $9.69B | 650.8K t |
Top floating cranes and docks exporting countries
South Korea is the largest exporter with 21% of world exports, followed by China and Saudi Arabia. The top three supply 48% between them, out of 85 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $1.94B | 21% |
| China | $1.40B | 15% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.08B | 12% |
| Norway | $629.0M | 6.8% |
| Singapore | $609.8M | 6.6% |
| India | $579.0M | 6.2% |
| Thailand | $481.6M | 5.2% |
| Guyana | $413.1M | 4.4% |
| Indonesia | $381.7M | 4.1% |
| Turkey | $286.1M | 3.1% |
| Malta | $219.5M | 2.4% |
| Poland | $192.6M | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
India is the biggest buyer with 12% of world imports, ahead of Singapore and Thailand. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 29% across 148 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.10B | 12% |
| Singapore | $821.7M | 8.8% |
| Thailand | $784.7M | 8.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $705.1M | 7.6% |
| Republic of the Congo | $567.2M | 6.1% |
| Malta | $535.9M | 5.8% |
| Malaysia | $535.7M | 5.8% |
| Italy | $479.8M | 5.2% |
| Guyana | $453.7M | 4.9% |
| Denmark | $447.3M | 4.8% |
| China | $381.9M | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $320.2M | 3.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $5.36 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, India averaged $1,412.85 per kg and Thailand $1.78 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8905.90: Vessels: light, fire-floats, floating cranes and other vessels, the navigability of which is subsidiary to their main function, floating docks. HS 8905 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most floating cranes and docks?
South Korea exported $1.94 billion in 2024, 21% of the world total, followed by China (15%) and Saudi Arabia (12%). In all, 85 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most floating cranes and docks?
India imported $1.10 billion in 2024, 12% of world imports, ahead of Singapore (9%) and Thailand (8%). The top three importers together take 29%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in floating cranes and docks?
It was worth $9.30 billion in 2024, about 1.74 million tonnes. That is a fall of 4% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $14.63 billion. 85 countries reported exports and 148 reported imports.
What is the average price of floating cranes and docks per kg?
The world average declared value was about $5.36 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, India averaged $1,412.85 per kg and Thailand $1.78 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for floating cranes and docks?
The HS code for floating cranes and docks is subheading 8905.90, in chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8905 page.
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