Motor pleasure boats imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported motor pleasure boats worth $4.2 million (172 tonnes). Value fell 71% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 63% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $14.8 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 | $4.2M | 172 t |
| 2023 | $14.8M | 335 t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 69 t |
| 2021 | $6.2M | 362 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 310 t |
| 2019 | $13.6M | 523 t |
| 2018 | $5.1M | 205 t |
| 2017 | $136K | 18 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports motor pleasure boats from
The largest suppliers were Spain (25%), Italy (22%), Mexico (13%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $1.1M | 25% |
| Italy | $929K | 22% |
| Mexico | $556K | 13% |
| Germany | $326K | 7.7% |
| Sweden | $243K | 5.7% |
| United States | $239K | 5.6% |
| Maldives | $234K | 5.5% |
| Greece | $189K | 4.5% |
| China | $134K | 3.2% |
| Bahrain | $122K | 2.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.69 per kg, 58% below the world average of $59.24, 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.
Motor pleasure boats exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of motor pleasure boats by Saudi Arabia reached $3.6 million in 2024 (40 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: New Zealand accounted for 66% of the value.
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia motor pleasure boats imports (HS 8903.92): 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 8903.92: Motorboats: (other than outboard motorboats), for pleasure or sports, other than inflatable.
Common questions
What is the value of motor pleasure boats imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported motor pleasure boats worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 172 tonnes. That ranks it 79th of 189 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 71% on 2023.
Which countries supply motor pleasure boats to Saudi Arabia?
Spain was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Italy (22%) and Mexico (13%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 16 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of motor pleasure boats per kg?
The average declared import value was about $24.69 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $59.24 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of motor pleasure boats to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $136 thousand in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $14.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.3 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export motor pleasure boats?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to New Zealand, Italy and Spain. That compares with imports of $4.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for motor pleasure boats?
The HS code for motor pleasure boats is subheading 8903.92. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8903 page.
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