Dredgers exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Saudi Arabia exported $67.9 million of dredgers in 2024 (10.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 61 countries. Value rose 3036% on 2023. Across 2018-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $119.6 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 | $67.9M | 10.6K t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | - |
| 2022 | $21.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $119.6M | 4.9K t |
| 2018 | $68.7M | 24 t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports dredgers to
One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+445% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $49.0M | 72% |
| Egypt | $11.8M | 17% |
| Denmark | $7.1M | 10% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.40 per kg, close to the world average of $6.33.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dredgers imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $35.7 million of dredgers in 2024 (5.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. One supplier dominates: China accounted for 86% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $30.5M | 86% |
| Tanzania | $4.0M | 11% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia dredgers exports (HS 8905.10): 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 8905.10: Dredgers.
Common questions
What is the value of dredgers exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported dredgers worth $67.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 61 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports.
Which countries buy dredgers from Saudi Arabia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 72% of the value ($49.0 million), followed by Egypt (17%) and Denmark (10%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 buyer countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 445% on the year.
What is the average export price of dredgers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.40 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $6.33 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of dredgers from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $68.7 million in 2018 to $67.9 million in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2021 at $119.6 million. Over 5 years the average was $55.9 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import dredgers?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $35.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Tanzania and Spain. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $32.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for dredgers?
The HS code for dredgers is subheading 8905.10. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8905 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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