Ships exports from Tunisia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of ships by Tunisia reached $35.3 million in 2024 (20.8 thousand tonnes). That is 98% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 314% a year on average.
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 | $35.3M | 20.8K t |
| 2023 | $17.8M | 30.6K t |
| 2022 | $15.0M | 141.7K t |
| 2021 | $9.3M | 43.6K t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 47.3K t |
| 2019 | $8.8M | 129.8K t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 51.1K t |
| 2017 | $2K | 0 t |
Where Tunisia exports ships to
The largest buyer markets were Germany (47%), United Kingdom (28%), France (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $16.5M | 47% |
| United Kingdom | $9.9M | 28% |
| France | $5.4M | 15% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.1M | 3.2% |
| Iceland | $1.1M | 3.1% |
| Libya | $1.1M | 3.1% |
| Italy | $63K | 0.2% |
| Russia | $9K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8901
| 8901.90 | General cargo ships | 100% |
| 8901.10 | Passenger ships and ferries | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8901.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.70 per kg, 33% below the world average of $2.55, 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.
Ships imports to Tunisia
Imports of ships by Tunisia reached $8.2 million in 2024 (527 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Greece accounted for 100% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Greece | $8.2M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia ships exports (HS 8901): 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 8901: Cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry-boats, cargo ships, barges and similar vessels for the transport of persons or goods.
Common questions
What is the value of ships exported by Tunisia?
Tunisia exported ships worth $35.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 120 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 98% on 2023.
Which countries buy ships from Tunisia?
Germany was the largest buyer with 47% of the value ($16.5 million), followed by the United Kingdom (28%) and France (15%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 8 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of ships per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.70 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $2.55 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of ships from Tunisia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2 thousand in 2017 to $35.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.1 million a year.
Does Tunisia also import ships?
Yes. Tunisia imported $8.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Greece. On balance Tunisia is a net exporter of this product, by about $27.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for ships?
The HS code for ships is heading 8901. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 8901.90 (100% of the value) and 8901.10 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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