Cranes and derricks (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cranes and derricks (other) by Saudi Arabia reached $11.1 million in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 29% 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 | $11.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $8.6M | 686 t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 458 t |
| 2020 | $7.0M | 963 t |
| 2019 | $4.6M | 680 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 227 t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 360 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports cranes and derricks (other) from
The largest suppliers were Italy (32%), China (31%), Kuwait (10%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $3.5M | 32% |
| China | $3.4M | 31% |
| Kuwait | $1.1M | 9.5% |
| India | $874K | 7.9% |
| Germany | $472K | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $314K | 2.8% |
| Ireland | $277K | 2.5% |
| Thailand | $208K | 1.9% |
| Brazil | $202K | 1.8% |
| Russia | $178K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.79 per kg, 67% below the world average of $11.49, 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.
Cranes and derricks (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported cranes and derricks (other) worth $708 thousand (168 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Singapore accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+361% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $388K | 55% |
| Egypt | $240K | 34% |
| United Arab Emirates | $79K | 11% |
| Sudan | $1K | 0.1% |
| Bahrain | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia cranes and derricks (other) imports (HS 8426.99): 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 8426.99: Cranes and derricks: for other than mounting on road vehicles, n.e.c. in heading no. 8426.
Common questions
What is the value of cranes and derricks (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported cranes and derricks (other) worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 198 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply cranes and derricks (other) to Saudi Arabia?
Italy was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by China (31%) and Kuwait (10%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 712% on the year.
What is the average import price of cranes and derricks (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.79 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $11.49 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cranes and derricks (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024, an increase of 448%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export cranes and derricks (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $708 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Singapore, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $10.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for cranes and derricks (other)?
The HS code for cranes and derricks (other) is subheading 8426.99. 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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