Naval vessels exports from Angola: data, top buyers and prices
Angola exported $225.1 million of naval vessels in 2024 (8.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 104 countries for exports of this product. That is 28% more than in 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 191% 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 | $225.1M | 8.3K t |
| 2023 | $175.7M | 7.9K t |
| 2022 | $201.5M | 19.9K t |
| 2021 | $277.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $111.4M | 17.2K t |
| 2019 | $167.4M | 70.7K t |
| 2018 | $370K | 28 t |
Where Angola exports naval vessels to
The largest buyer markets were Spain (24%), Netherlands (15%), Republic of the Congo (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Republic of the Congo grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $54.6M | 24% |
| Netherlands | $33.9M | 15% |
| Republic of the Congo | $33.5M | 15% |
| Gibraltar | $21.0M | 9.3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $19.6M | 8.7% |
| United Kingdom | $15.0M | 6.7% |
| Nigeria | $10.2M | 4.5% |
| Namibia | $9.5M | 4.2% |
| Liberia | $8.2M | 3.7% |
| Bahamas | $7.4M | 3.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $27.12 per kg, 77% above the world average of $15.32. 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.
Naval vessels imports to Angola
Angola imported $4.1 million of naval vessels in 2024 (194 tonnes). One supplier dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+997% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $2.7M | 65% |
| China | $1.1M | 27% |
| United States | $114K | 2.8% |
| Cyprus | $106K | 2.6% |
| Portugal | $67K | 1.6% |
| Singapore | $48K | 1.2% |
| Malaysia | $2K | 0% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0% |
| Ethiopia | $2K | 0% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola naval vessels exports (HS 8906): 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 8906: Vessels; other, including warships and lifeboats, other than rowing boats.
Common questions
What is the value of naval vessels exported by Angola?
Angola exported naval vessels worth $225.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 104 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries buy naval vessels from Angola?
Spain was the largest buyer with 24% of the value ($54.6 million), followed by the Netherlands (15%) and the Republic of the Congo (15%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 18 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 461% on the year.
What is the average export price of naval vessels per kg?
The average declared export value was about $27.12 per kg in 2024, 77% above the world average of $15.32 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of naval vessels from Angola changed since 2017?
Exports went from $370 thousand in 2018 to $225.1 million in 2024. The peak was 2021 at $277.0 million. Over 7 years the average was $165.5 million a year.
Does Angola also import naval vessels?
Yes. Angola imported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Arab Emirates, China and the United States. On balance Angola is a net exporter of this product, by about $221.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for naval vessels?
The HS code for naval vessels is heading 8906. In Angola all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 8906.90. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8906 page.
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