Bridge and gantry cranes imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported bridge and gantry cranes worth $39.2 million (5.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 402% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% 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 | $39.2M | 5.9K t |
| 2023 | $7.8M | 649 t |
| 2022 | $29.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2021 | $25.2M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $8.4M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 455 t |
| 2018 | $30.6M | 4.5K t |
| 2017 | $6.9M | 2.1K t |
Where Kenya imports bridge and gantry cranes from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+457% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $38.9M | 99% |
| India | $124K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $99K | 0.3% |
| Uganda | $44K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $16K | 0% |
| United States | $9K | 0% |
| Germany | $8K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.67 per kg, close to the world average of $6.95.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Bridge and gantry cranes exports from Kenya
Exports of bridge and gantry cranes by Kenya reached $482 thousand in 2024 (389 tonnes). Cuba alone took 50% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cuba | $241K | 50% |
| Uganda | $119K | 25% |
| South Sudan | $89K | 19% |
| Portugal | $32K | 6.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya bridge and gantry cranes imports (HS 8426.19): 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 8426.19: Cranes: transporter, gantry and bridge cranes.
Common questions
What is the value of bridge and gantry cranes imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported bridge and gantry cranes worth $39.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 181 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 402% on 2023.
Which countries supply bridge and gantry cranes to Kenya?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($38.9 million), followed by India (0%) and Italy (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 457% on the year.
What is the average import price of bridge and gantry cranes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.67 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $6.95 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of bridge and gantry cranes to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.9 million in 2017 to $39.2 million in 2024, an increase of 467%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $18.7 million a year.
Does Kenya also export bridge and gantry cranes?
Yes. Kenya exported $482 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Cuba, Uganda and South Sudan. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $38.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for bridge and gantry cranes?
The HS code for bridge and gantry cranes is subheading 8426.19. 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 8426 page.
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