Ships exports from Angola: data, top buyers and prices
Angola exported $784.8 million of ships in 2024 (185.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 254% more than in 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 35% 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 | $784.8M | 185.4K t |
| 2023 | $221.5M | 59.4K t |
| 2022 | $256.9M | 26.0K t |
| 2021 | $554.0M | 174.6K t |
| 2020 | $296.0M | 16.7K t |
| 2019 | $175.3M | 22.1K t |
| 2018 | $131.6M | 23.0K t |
Where Angola exports ships to
The largest buyer markets were Spain (19%), Norway (18%), Namibia (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $151.7M | 19% |
| Norway | $138.7M | 18% |
| Namibia | $97.5M | 12% |
| United States | $67.8M | 8.6% |
| Republic of the Congo | $45.7M | 5.8% |
| Liberia | $35.3M | 4.5% |
| Bahamas | $25.4M | 3.2% |
| Malta | $22.7M | 2.9% |
| France | $22.5M | 2.9% |
| Panama | $20.7M | 2.6% |
Product types under HS 8901
| 8901.90 | General cargo ships | 80% |
| 8901.20 | Oil and chemical tankers | 20% |
| 8901.10 | Passenger ships and ferries | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8901.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.23 per kg, 66% above the world average of $2.55. 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.
Ships imports to Angola
Angola imported $84.8 million of ships in 2024 (13.0 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: France accounted for 55% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $46.4M | 55% |
| Singapore | $22.6M | 27% |
| Luxembourg | $8.6M | 10% |
| Turkey | $4.3M | 5.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.6M | 3.1% |
| Portugal | $297K | 0.4% |
| Mozambique | $99K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $15K | 0% |
| Spain | $7K | 0% |
| Brazil | $2K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola ships exports (HS 8901): 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: Cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry-boats, cargo ships, barges and similar vessels for the transport of persons or goods.
Common questions
What is the value of ships exported by Angola?
Angola exported ships worth $784.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 185.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 120 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 254% on 2023.
Which countries buy ships from Angola?
Spain was the largest buyer with 19% of the value ($151.7 million), followed by Norway (18%) and Namibia (12%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 35 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 594% on the year.
What is the average export price of ships per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.23 per kg in 2024, 66% above the world average of $2.55 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of ships from Angola changed since 2017?
Exports went from $131.6 million in 2018 to $784.8 million in 2024, an increase of 496%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $345.7 million a year.
Does Angola also import ships?
Yes. Angola imported $84.8 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 $700.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for ships?
The HS code for ships is heading 8901. In Angola the largest six-digit codes were 8901.90 (80% of the value) and 8901.20 (20%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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