Offshore drilling platforms imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported offshore drilling platforms worth $2.3 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). That is 68% more than in 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $260.5 million.
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 | $2.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $1.3M | 341 t |
| 2021 | $260.5M | 59.5K t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 501 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | - |
Where Egypt imports offshore drilling platforms from
One supplier dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.8M | 80% |
| Czech Republic | $439K | 20% |
| Turkey | $7K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.76 per kg, 80% below the world average of $8.99, 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.
Offshore drilling platforms exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $2.4 million of offshore drilling platforms in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $2.4M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt offshore drilling platforms imports (HS 8905.20): 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 8905.20: Floating or submersible drilling or production platforms.
Common questions
What is the value of offshore drilling platforms imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported offshore drilling platforms worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 97 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 68% on 2023.
Which countries supply offshore drilling platforms to Egypt?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by the Czech Republic (19%) and Turkey (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 35% on the year.
What is the average import price of offshore drilling platforms per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.76 per kg in 2024, 80% below the world average of $8.99 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of offshore drilling platforms to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2018 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 92%. The peak was 2021 at $260.5 million. Over 6 years the average was $45.4 million a year.
Does Egypt also export offshore drilling platforms?
Yes. Egypt exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia. That compares with imports of $2.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for offshore drilling platforms?
The HS code for offshore drilling platforms is subheading 8905.20. 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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