Public transit buses exports from Lebanon: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of public transit buses by Lebanon reached $11.2 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 37% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 100% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $17.8 million.
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 | $11.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $17.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 474 t |
| 2021 | $921K | 161 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 260 t |
| 2019 | $459K | 147 t |
| 2018 | $695K | 50 t |
| 2017 | $89K | 21 t |
Where Lebanon exports public transit buses to
One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 83% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+231% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $9.3M | 83% |
| Turkey | $858K | 7.7% |
| Ghana | $672K | 6% |
| Angola | $252K | 2.3% |
| Jordan | $102K | 0.9% |
| Liberia | $19K | 0.2% |
| Benin | $6K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 8702
| 8702.10 | Vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine… | 75% |
| 8702.90 | Vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), n.e.c. in heading 8702, new or used | 25% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8702.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.05 per kg, 24% below the world average of $11.87, 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.
Public transit buses imports to Lebanon
Lebanon imported $6.2 million of public transit buses in 2024 (671 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 73% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+84% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $4.6M | 73% |
| China | $540K | 8.7% |
| Thailand | $375K | 6% |
| South Korea | $297K | 4.8% |
| Kuwait | $103K | 1.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $96K | 1.5% |
| United States | $65K | 1% |
| Canada | $64K | 1% |
| France | $30K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $21K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Lebanon?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 8702: Vehicles; public transport passenger type.
Common questions
What is the value of public transit buses exported by Lebanon?
Lebanon exported public transit buses worth $11.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 135 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries buy public transit buses from Lebanon?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 83% of the value ($9.3 million), followed by Turkey (8%) and Ghana (6%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 7 buyer countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 231% on the year.
What is the average export price of public transit buses per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9.05 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $11.87 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of public transit buses from Lebanon changed since 2017?
Exports went from $89 thousand in 2017 to $11.2 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $17.8 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Lebanon also import public transit buses?
Yes. Lebanon imported $6.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, China and Thailand. On balance Lebanon is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for public transit buses?
The HS code for public transit buses is heading 8702. In Lebanon the largest six-digit codes were 8702.10 (75% of the value) and 8702.90 (25%). It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8702 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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