Photogrammetry equipment imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported photogrammetry equipment worth $4.0 million (16 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 41% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $7.2 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 | $4.0M | 16 t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 14 t |
| 2022 | $7.2M | 31 t |
| 2021 | $904K | 6 t |
| 2020 | $866K | 1 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 1 t |
| 2018 | $723K | 1 t |
| 2017 | $591K | 1 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports photogrammetry equipment from
The largest suppliers were Turkey (32%), Germany (30%), New Zealand (9%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+823% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.3M | 32% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 30% |
| New Zealand | $348K | 8.7% |
| Austria | $314K | 7.9% |
| China | $158K | 4% |
| Australia | $123K | 3.1% |
| Kuwait | $123K | 3.1% |
| United Kingdom | $120K | 3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $119K | 3% |
| Netherlands | $69K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $248.89 per kg, 60% below the world average of $620.50, 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.
Photogrammetry equipment exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $1.0 million of photogrammetry equipment in 2024 (12 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kuwait (35%), Bahrain (31%), United Arab Emirates (17%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+981% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $357K | 35% |
| Bahrain | $324K | 31% |
| United Arab Emirates | $176K | 17% |
| India | $97K | 9.4% |
| Qatar | $44K | 4.3% |
| Germany | $24K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $10K | 0.9% |
| Egypt | $1K | 0.1% |
| France | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia photogrammetry equipment imports (HS 9015.40): 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 9015.40: Surveying equipment: photogrammetrical surveying instruments and appliances.
Common questions
What is the value of photogrammetry equipment imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported photogrammetry equipment worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 156 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply photogrammetry equipment to Saudi Arabia?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Germany (30%) and New Zealand (9%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 823% on the year.
What is the average import price of photogrammetry equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $248.89 per kg in 2024, 60% below the world average of $620.50 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of photogrammetry equipment to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $591 thousand in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, an increase of 574%. The peak was 2022 at $7.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export photogrammetry equipment?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for photogrammetry equipment?
The HS code for photogrammetry equipment is subheading 9015.40. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9015 page.
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