Dredgers exports from Angola: data, top buyers and prices
Angola exported $7.6 million of dredgers in 2024 (45.9 thousand tonnes). That is 54% less than in 2023. Over 2019-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $16.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7.6M | 45.9K t |
| 2023 | $16.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $15.1M | 31 t |
| 2021 | $6.2M | 15 t |
| 2020 | $10.1M | 29 t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 2 t |
Where Angola exports dredgers to
One buyer market dominates: Indonesia accounted for 74% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $5.7M | 74% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $1.2M | 16% |
| Benin | $480K | 6.3% |
| United Kingdom | $281K | 3.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.17 per kg, 97% below the world average of $6.33, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dredgers imports to Angola
In 2024, Angola imported dredgers worth $1.8 million (130 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Portugal accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $1.8M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola dredgers exports (HS 8905.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 8905.10: Dredgers.
Common questions
What is the value of dredgers exported by Angola?
Angola exported dredgers worth $7.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 45.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 61 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 54% on 2023.
Which countries buy dredgers from Angola?
Indonesia was the largest buyer with 74% of the value ($5.7 million), followed by Trinidad and Tobago (16%) and Benin (6%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 4 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of dredgers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.17 per kg in 2024, 97% below the world average of $6.33 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of dredgers from Angola changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.0 million in 2019 to $7.6 million in 2024, an increase of 51%. The peak was 2023 at $16.5 million. Over 6 years the average was $10.1 million a year.
Does Angola also import dredgers?
Yes. Angola imported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Portugal. On balance Angola is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for dredgers?
The HS code for dredgers is subheading 8905.10. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8905 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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