Passenger ships and ferries imports in Mozambique: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Mozambique imported passenger ships and ferries worth $6.5 million (134 tonnes). Value rose 715% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 45% 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 | $6.5M | 135 t |
| 2023 | $802K | 54 t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 466 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 163 t |
| 2020 | $33K | 2 t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 351 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 7 t |
| 2017 | $490K | 16 t |
Where Mozambique imports passenger ships and ferries from
Turkey alone supplied 66% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $4.3M | 66% |
| Ireland | $1.2M | 18% |
| South Africa | $836K | 13% |
| Netherlands | $130K | 2% |
| Belgium | $77K | 1.2% |
| China | $39K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $48.62 per kg, 200% above the world average of $16.18. 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.
Passenger ships and ferries exports from Mozambique
In 2024, Mozambique exported passenger ships and ferries worth $1.3 million (0 tonnes). South Africa alone took 100% of it. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $1.3M | 100% |
| Angola | $5K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique passenger ships and ferries imports (HS 8901.10): 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 8901.10: Cruise ships, excursion boats and similar vessels, principally designed for the transport of persons, ferry boats of all kinds.
Common questions
What is the value of passenger ships and ferries imported by Mozambique?
Mozambique imported passenger ships and ferries worth $6.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 134 tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 141 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 715% on 2023.
Which countries supply passenger ships and ferries to Mozambique?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by Ireland (18%) and South Africa (13%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 6 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of passenger ships and ferries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $48.62 per kg in 2024, 200% above the world average of $16.18 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of passenger ships and ferries to Mozambique changed since 2017?
Imports went from $490 thousand in 2017 to $6.5 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
Does Mozambique also export passenger ships and ferries?
Yes. Mozambique exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa and Angola. On balance Mozambique is a net importer of this product, by about $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for passenger ships and ferries?
The HS code for passenger ships and ferries is subheading 8901.10. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Mozambique. Tell us your product to see it live.
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