Floating cranes and docks imports in Ghana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ghana imported floating cranes and docks worth $13.9 million (216 tonnes). Value fell 46% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 46% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $107.9 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 | $13.9M | 217 t |
| 2023 | $25.6M | 989 t |
| 2022 | $51.0M | 5.4K t |
| 2021 | $29.0M | 12.6K t |
| 2020 | $107.9M | 13.0K t |
| 2019 | $2K | 12 t |
| 2018 | $584K | 374 t |
| 2017 | $987K | - |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $64.38 per kg, 1101% above the world average of $5.36. 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.
Floating cranes and docks exports from Ghana
Ghana exported $1.7 million of floating cranes and docks in 2024 (420 tonnes). France alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.7M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana floating cranes and docks imports (HS 8905.90): 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 8905.90: Vessels: light, fire-floats, floating cranes and other vessels, the navigability of which is subsidiary to their main function, floating docks.
Common questions
What is the value of floating cranes and docks imported by Ghana?
Ghana imported floating cranes and docks worth $13.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 216 tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 148 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply floating cranes and docks to Ghana?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($7.0 million), followed by Nigeria (50%) and China (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of floating cranes and docks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $64.38 per kg in 2024, 1101% above the world average of $5.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of floating cranes and docks to Ghana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $987 thousand in 2017 to $13.9 million in 2024. The peak was 2020 at $107.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $28.6 million a year.
Does Ghana also export floating cranes and docks?
Yes. Ghana exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France. On balance Ghana is a net importer of this product, by about $12.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for floating cranes and docks?
The HS code for floating cranes and docks is subheading 8905.90. 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?
Shipment-level records for Ghana reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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