Pleasure vessels exports from Tunisia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia exported pleasure vessels worth $101.1 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). That is 6% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $101.1M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $107.7M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $89.6M | 5.3K t |
| 2021 | $92.2M | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $34.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $61.5M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $71.8M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $116.1M | 3.4K t |
Where Tunisia exports pleasure vessels to
The largest buyer markets were France (36%), Croatia (16%), Italy (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+924% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $36.1M | 36% |
| Croatia | $15.7M | 16% |
| Italy | $11.6M | 11% |
| Greece | $8.9M | 8.8% |
| Turkey | $7.9M | 7.8% |
| United States | $5.4M | 5.3% |
| Germany | $3.9M | 3.9% |
| Bulgaria | $2.6M | 2.6% |
| Australia | $1.5M | 1.5% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 1.4% |
Product types under HS 8903
| 8903.91 | Sailboats | 32% |
| 8903.99 | Rowing boats and canoes | 29% |
| 8903.92 | Motor pleasure boats | 23% |
| 8903.10 | Inflatable pleasure boats | 17% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8903.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.00 per kg, 26% below the world average of $46.19, 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.
Pleasure vessels imports to Tunisia
Imports of pleasure vessels by Tunisia reached $8.2 million in 2024 (134 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+522% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $6.2M | 76% |
| France | $1.4M | 17% |
| United States | $207K | 2.5% |
| Germany | $172K | 2.1% |
| China | $91K | 1.1% |
| Poland | $61K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $49K | 0.6% |
| New Zealand | $10K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $5K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $4K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia pleasure vessels exports (HS 8903): 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: Yachts and other vessels; for pleasure or sports, rowing boats and canoes.
Common questions
What is the value of pleasure vessels exported by Tunisia?
Tunisia exported pleasure vessels worth $101.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 169 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy pleasure vessels from Tunisia?
France was the largest buyer with 36% of the value ($36.1 million), followed by Croatia (16%) and Italy (11%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 38 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 924% on the year.
What is the average export price of pleasure vessels per kg?
The average declared export value was about $34.00 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $46.19 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of pleasure vessels from Tunisia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $116.1 million in 2017 to $101.1 million in 2024, a fall of 13%. The peak was 2017 at $116.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $84.3 million a year.
Does Tunisia also import pleasure vessels?
Yes. Tunisia imported $8.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, France and the United States. On balance Tunisia is a net exporter of this product, by about $92.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for pleasure vessels?
The HS code for pleasure vessels is heading 8903. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 8903.91 (32% of the value) and 8903.99 (29%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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