Marine diesel engines imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported marine diesel engines worth $14.0 million (441 tonnes). Value fell 11% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $30.6 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 | $14.0M | 441 t |
| 2023 | $15.6M | 457 t |
| 2022 | $30.6M | 368 t |
| 2021 | $25.9M | 417 t |
| 2020 | $17.4M | 301 t |
| 2019 | $7.3M | 252 t |
| 2018 | $14.0M | 318 t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 223 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports marine diesel engines from
The largest suppliers were Japan (26%), United States (20%), Germany (18%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+490% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $3.6M | 26% |
| United States | $2.8M | 20% |
| Germany | $2.5M | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 9.6% |
| China | $948K | 6.8% |
| Spain | $727K | 5.2% |
| France | $503K | 3.6% |
| Sweden | $485K | 3.5% |
| Singapore | $247K | 1.8% |
| Kuwait | $157K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $31.68 per kg, 65% above the world average of $19.25. 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.
Marine diesel engines exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of marine diesel engines by Saudi Arabia reached $3.4 million in 2024 (150 tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 51% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia marine diesel engines imports (HS 8408.10): 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 8408.10: Engines: for marine propulsion, compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines).
Common questions
What is the value of marine diesel engines imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported marine diesel engines worth $14.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 441 tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 200 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply marine diesel engines to Saudi Arabia?
Japan was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by the United States (20%) and Germany (18%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 490% on the year.
What is the average import price of marine diesel engines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $31.68 per kg in 2024, 65% above the world average of $19.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of marine diesel engines to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $14.0 million in 2024, an increase of 152%. The peak was 2022 at $30.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.3 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export marine diesel engines?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $3.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Turkey and Iraq. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $10.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for marine diesel engines?
The HS code for marine diesel engines is subheading 8408.10. 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 8408 page.
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