Passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $10.8 million of passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) in 2024 (213 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 169 countries. That is 292% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 50% a year on average.
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 | $10.8M | 213 t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 45 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 63 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 138 t |
| 2020 | $208K | 14 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 95 t |
| 2018 | $114K | 4 t |
| 2017 | $624K | 23 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) from
South Korea alone supplied 64% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+389% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $6.9M | 64% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 11% |
| United States | $412K | 3.8% |
| United Kingdom | $363K | 3.4% |
| Germany | $330K | 3.1% |
| Romania | $324K | 3% |
| India | $300K | 2.8% |
| Australia | $208K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $143K | 1.3% |
| Bahrain | $116K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $50.80 per kg, 74% above the world average of $29.21. 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.
Passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) by Saudi Arabia reached $919 thousand in 2024 (114 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mauritius accounted for 61% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mauritius | $561K | 61% |
| Turkey | $197K | 22% |
| United Arab Emirates | $83K | 9.1% |
| Bahrain | $65K | 7.1% |
| India | $13K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) imports (HS 8479.79): 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 8479.79: Machinery and mechanical appliances: passenger boarding bridges, other than of a kind used in airports.
Common questions
What is the value of passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) worth $10.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 213 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 169 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 292% on 2023.
Which countries supply passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) to Saudi Arabia?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($6.9 million), followed by Canada (11%) and the United States (4%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 389% on the year.
What is the average import price of passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $50.80 per kg in 2024, 74% above the world average of $29.21 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $624 thousand in 2017 to $10.8 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export passenger boarding bridges (non-airport)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $919 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mauritius, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $9.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for passenger boarding bridges (non-airport)?
The HS code for passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) is subheading 8479.79. 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 8479 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Saudi Arabia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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