General cargo ships exports from Angola: data, top buyers and prices
Angola exported $626.8 million of general cargo ships in 2024 (185.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 99 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 259% on 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% a year on average.
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 | $626.8M | 185.2K t |
| 2023 | $174.8M | 57.7K t |
| 2022 | $159.7M | 23.9K t |
| 2021 | $376.9M | 163.2K t |
| 2020 | $198.4M | 9.9K t |
| 2019 | $148.7M | 20.2K t |
| 2018 | $131.6M | 23.0K t |
Where Angola exports general cargo ships to
The largest buyer markets were Spain (23%), Norway (22%), Namibia (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $145.1M | 23% |
| Norway | $138.7M | 22% |
| Namibia | $97.3M | 16% |
| United States | $67.8M | 11% |
| Republic of the Congo | $45.7M | 7.3% |
| France | $22.5M | 3.6% |
| Mauritania | $17.8M | 2.9% |
| Azerbaijan | $16.5M | 2.6% |
| DR Congo | $14.8M | 2.4% |
| Mauritius | $11.6M | 1.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.38 per kg, 37% above the world average of $2.46. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
General cargo ships imports to Angola
In 2024, Angola imported general cargo ships worth $80.5 million (12.9 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: France accounted for 58% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $46.4M | 58% |
| Singapore | $22.6M | 28% |
| Luxembourg | $8.6M | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.6M | 3.2% |
| Portugal | $297K | 0.4% |
| Mozambique | $94K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $11K | 0% |
| Spain | $7K | 0% |
| Brazil | $2K | 0% |
| Namibia | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola general cargo ships exports (HS 8901.90): 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 8901.90: Vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods.
Common questions
What is the value of general cargo ships exported by Angola?
Angola exported general cargo ships worth $626.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 185.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 99 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 259% on 2023.
Which countries buy general cargo ships from Angola?
Spain was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($145.1 million), followed by Norway (22%) and Namibia (16%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. The DR Congo grew fastest among the top ten, up 820% on the year.
What is the average export price of general cargo ships per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.38 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $2.46 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of general cargo ships from Angola changed since 2017?
Exports went from $131.6 million in 2018 to $626.8 million in 2024, an increase of 376%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $259.5 million a year.
Does Angola also import general cargo ships?
Yes. Angola imported $80.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, Singapore and Luxembourg. On balance Angola is a net exporter of this product, by about $546.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for general cargo ships?
The HS code for general cargo ships is subheading 8901.90. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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