Navigation equipment imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported navigation equipment worth $2.6 million (71 tonnes). Value rose 109% on 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 | $2.6M | 71 t |
| 2023 | $1.3M | 24 t |
| 2022 | $1.1M | 3 t |
| 2021 | $314K | 1 t |
| 2020 | $479K | 9 t |
| 2019 | $570K | 2 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 2 t |
| 2017 | $466K | 1 t |
Where Nigeria imports navigation equipment from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (38%), Sweden (22%), Belgium (10%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $991K | 38% |
| Sweden | $580K | 22% |
| Belgium | $269K | 10% |
| India | $198K | 7.6% |
| Norway | $147K | 5.6% |
| United States | $82K | 3.1% |
| China | $61K | 2.3% |
| France | $46K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $43K | 1.7% |
| Canada | $37K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $36.72 per kg, 84% below the world average of $224.48, 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.
Navigation equipment exports from Nigeria
Nigeria exported $1.0 million of navigation equipment in 2024 (31 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Senegal accounted for 77% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Senegal | $800K | 77% |
| Belgium | $164K | 16% |
| Norway | $42K | 4.1% |
| Mauritius | $23K | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.3% |
| Niger | $1K | 0.1% |
| Benin | $0K | 0% |
| Greece | $0K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria navigation equipment imports (HS 9014.80): 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 9014.80: Navigational instruments and appliances: for navigation other than aeronautical or space navigation (excluding direction finding compasses).
Common questions
What is the value of navigation equipment imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported navigation equipment worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 71 tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 109% on 2023.
Which countries supply navigation equipment to Nigeria?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($991 thousand), followed by Sweden (22%) and Belgium (10%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 886% on the year.
What is the average import price of navigation equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $36.72 per kg in 2024, 84% below the world average of $224.48 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of navigation equipment to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $466 thousand in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 461%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.0 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export navigation equipment?
Yes. Nigeria exported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Senegal, Belgium and Norway. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for navigation equipment?
The HS code for navigation equipment is subheading 9014.80. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9014 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Nigeria 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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