Marine inboard engines imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $2.9 million of marine inboard engines in 2024 (217 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 21% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 82% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $3.7 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.9M | 217 t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 142 t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 280 t |
| 2020 | $31K | 4 t |
| 2019 | $382K | 38 t |
| 2018 | $154K | 10 t |
| 2017 | $45K | 3 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports marine inboard engines from
The largest suppliers were United Arab Emirates (50%), Portugal (15%), United States (9%). Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+907% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.5M | 50% |
| Portugal | $429K | 15% |
| United States | $259K | 8.9% |
| India | $246K | 8.4% |
| Singapore | $158K | 5.4% |
| United Kingdom | $68K | 2.3% |
| Sweden | $60K | 2.1% |
| Italy | $48K | 1.6% |
| Canada | $47K | 1.6% |
| China | $39K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.47 per kg, 30% below the world average of $19.33, 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.
Marine inboard engines exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported marine inboard engines worth $338 thousand (19 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 86% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Oman grew fastest (+184% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $290K | 86% |
| Oman | $16K | 4.6% |
| Nigeria | $9K | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $8K | 2.3% |
| Malaysia | $8K | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $6K | 1.9% |
| Egypt | $1K | 0.4% |
| Jordan | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia marine inboard engines imports (HS 8407.29): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 8407.29: Engines: for marine propulsion, (other than outboard motors), spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines.
Common questions
What is the value of marine inboard engines imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported marine inboard engines worth $2.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 217 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 178 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply marine inboard engines to Saudi Arabia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Portugal (15%) and the United States (9%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 907% on the year.
What is the average import price of marine inboard engines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.47 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $19.33 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of marine inboard engines to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $45 thousand in 2017 to $2.9 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $3.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export marine inboard engines?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $338 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Oman and Nigeria. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for marine inboard engines?
The HS code for marine inboard engines is subheading 8407.29. 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 8407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX rebuilds Saudi Arabia trade from the customs records of its trading partners, so the companies shipping to and from it are visible. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
World marine inboard engines trade: top importers and exporters
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.