Construction and public works machinery imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Bahrain imported $4.7 million of construction and public works machinery in 2024 (238 tonnes). That is 160% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4.7M | 238 t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 104 t |
| 2022 | $1.1M | 64 t |
| 2021 | $192K | 12 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 257 t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 206 t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 193 t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 202 t |
Where Bahrain imports construction and public works machinery from
Most of the value came from Germany (45%), Saudi Arabia (18%), China (13%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.1M | 45% |
| Saudi Arabia | $845K | 18% |
| China | $586K | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $374K | 8% |
| United States | $355K | 7.6% |
| Poland | $125K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $77K | 1.6% |
| Bulgaria | $59K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $46K | 1% |
| Belgium | $45K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.65 per kg, 61% above the world average of $12.19. 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.
Construction and public works machinery exports from Bahrain
Exports of construction and public works machinery by Bahrain reached $557 thousand in 2024 (22 tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 90% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $504K | 90% |
| India | $19K | 3.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $17K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $17K | 3% |
| Kuwait | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain construction and public works machinery imports (HS 8479.10): 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 8479.10: Machinery and mechanical appliances: for public works, building or the like.
Common questions
What is the value of construction and public works machinery imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported construction and public works machinery worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 238 tonnes. That ranks it 79th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 160% on 2023.
Which countries supply construction and public works machinery to Bahrain?
Germany was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (18%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 991% on the year.
What is the average import price of construction and public works machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.65 per kg in 2024, 61% above the world average of $12.19 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of construction and public works machinery to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024, an increase of 76%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export construction and public works machinery?
Yes. Bahrain exported $557 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, India and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $4.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for construction and public works machinery?
The HS code for construction and public works machinery is subheading 8479.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8479 page.
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