Floating cranes and docks exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Saudi Arabia exported $1.08 billion of floating cranes and docks in 2024 (62.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 85 countries for exports of this product. That is 33% less than in 2023. Over 2019-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 812% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $1.61 billion.
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 | $1.08B | 62.3K t |
| 2023 | $1.61B | - |
| 2022 | $615.2M | 53.0K t |
| 2021 | $860.2M | 72.0K t |
| 2019 | $17K | 6 t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports floating cranes and docks to
The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (43%), China (30%), Marshall Isds (11%).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.41 per kg, 225% above the world average of $5.36. 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.
Floating cranes and docks imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $61.1 million of floating cranes and docks in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: China accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+117% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $46.9M | 77% |
| Netherlands | $9.5M | 16% |
| United States | $2.4M | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | $2.2M | 3.6% |
| Spain | $83K | 0.1% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
| Bahrain | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia floating cranes and docks exports (HS 8905.90): 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 8905.90: Vessels: light, fire-floats, floating cranes and other vessels, the navigability of which is subsidiary to their main function, floating docks.
Common questions
What is the value of floating cranes and docks exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported floating cranes and docks worth $1.08 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 62.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 85 countries worldwide, with 12% of world exports. The value was down 33% on 2023.
Which countries buy floating cranes and docks from Saudi Arabia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 43% of the value ($469.0 million), followed by China (30%) and Marshall Isds (11%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 9 buyer countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 843% on the year.
What is the average export price of floating cranes and docks per kg?
The average declared export value was about $17.41 per kg in 2024, 225% above the world average of $5.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of floating cranes and docks from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $17 thousand in 2019 to $1.08 billion in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $1.61 billion. Over 5 years the average was $834.1 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import floating cranes and docks?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $61.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the Netherlands and the United States. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.02 billion a year.
What is the HS code for floating cranes and docks?
The HS code for floating cranes and docks is subheading 8905.90. 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?
For Saudi Arabia, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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