Passenger ships and ferries imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of passenger ships and ferries by Nigeria reached $9.8 million in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). That is 66% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $56.4 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 | $9.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $29.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $33.7M | 171 t |
| 2021 | $287K | 23 t |
| 2020 | $27.9M | 549 t |
| 2019 | $56.4M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $9.6M | 707 t |
| 2017 | $8.6M | 466 t |
Where Nigeria imports passenger ships and ferries from
Singapore alone supplied 63% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $6.2M | 63% |
| Netherlands | $2.3M | 24% |
| China | $518K | 5.3% |
| Norway | $381K | 3.9% |
| South Africa | $288K | 2.9% |
| South Korea | $41K | 0.4% |
| United States | $23K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $14K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.42 per kg, 42% below the world average of $16.18, 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.
Passenger ships and ferries exports from Nigeria
In 2024, Nigeria exported passenger ships and ferries worth $3.7 million (0 tonnes). Republic of the Congo alone took 53% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Republic of the Congo | $2.0M | 53% |
| Equatorial Guinea | $1.7M | 47% |
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria 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 Nigeria?
Nigeria imported passenger ships and ferries worth $9.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 141 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 66% on 2023.
Which countries supply passenger ships and ferries to Nigeria?
Singapore was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by the Netherlands (24%) and China (5%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 98% on the year.
What is the average import price of passenger ships and ferries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.42 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $16.18 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of passenger ships and ferries to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.6 million in 2017 to $9.8 million in 2024, an increase of 14%. The peak was 2019 at $56.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.9 million a year.
Does Nigeria also export passenger ships and ferries?
Yes. Nigeria exported $3.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Republic of the Congo and Equatorial Guinea. On balance Nigeria is a net importer of this product, by about $6.1 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; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Nigeria. Tell us your product to see it live.
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