Fishing vessels exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of fishing vessels by Turkey reached $349.3 million in 2024 (4.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 84 countries for exports of this product. That is 17% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $478.7 million.
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 | $349.3M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $420.2M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $235.6M | 11.3K t |
| 2021 | $478.7M | 37.2K t |
| 2020 | $326.7M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $165.3M | 12.6K t |
| 2018 | $85.7M | 8.1K t |
| 2017 | $273.4M | 16.0K t |
Where Turkey exports fishing vessels to
One buyer market dominates: Norway accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Iceland grew fastest (+821% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $201.5M | 58% |
| Germany | $53.4M | 15% |
| Canada | $51.3M | 15% |
| Iceland | $22.8M | 6.5% |
| Morocco | $10.9M | 3.1% |
| Russia | $4.1M | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $2.4M | 0.7% |
| Indonesia | $2.0M | 0.6% |
| Libya | $271K | 0.1% |
| Oman | $235K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $76.09 per kg, 777% above the world average of $8.68. 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.
Fishing vessels imports to Turkey
In 2024, Turkey imported fishing vessels worth $309 thousand (4 tonnes). Poland alone supplied 59% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $182K | 59% |
| Italy | $122K | 39% |
| Spain | $6K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 8902: Fishing vessels, factory ships and other vessels; for processing or preserving fishery products.
Common questions
What is the value of fishing vessels exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported fishing vessels worth $349.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 84 countries worldwide, with 26% of world exports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries buy fishing vessels from Turkey?
Norway was the largest buyer with 58% of the value ($201.5 million), followed by Germany (15%) and Canada (15%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 19 buyer countries in total. Iceland grew fastest among the top ten, up 821% on the year.
What is the average export price of fishing vessels per kg?
The average declared export value was about $76.09 per kg in 2024, 777% above the world average of $8.68 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of fishing vessels from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $273.4 million in 2017 to $349.3 million in 2024, an increase of 28%. The peak was 2021 at $478.7 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also import fishing vessels?
Yes. Turkey imported $309 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Poland, Italy and Spain. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $349.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for fishing vessels?
The HS code for fishing vessels is heading 8902. In Turkey all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 8902.00. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8902 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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