Marine diesel engines imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Turkey imported $178.2 million of marine diesel engines in 2024 (4.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 200 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 28% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $246.6 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 | $178.2M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $246.6M | 7.4K t |
| 2022 | $150.1M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $120.0M | 4.5K t |
| 2020 | $113.5M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $141.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $118.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $90.3M | 3.1K t |
Where Turkey imports marine diesel engines from
Most of the value came from United States (35%), Germany (14%), Denmark (11%). Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest (+134% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $62.2M | 35% |
| Germany | $24.3M | 14% |
| Denmark | $20.3M | 11% |
| France | $17.6M | 9.9% |
| Sweden | $14.7M | 8.3% |
| China | $9.7M | 5.4% |
| Japan | $8.6M | 4.8% |
| Italy | $3.8M | 2.1% |
| South Korea | $3.8M | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $2.6M | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $36.83 per kg, 91% above the world average of $19.25. 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.
Marine diesel engines exports from Turkey
Exports of marine diesel engines by Turkey reached $29.7 million in 2024 (514 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Pakistan (38%), Azerbaijan (35%), Russia (4%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $11.2M | 38% |
| Azerbaijan | $10.3M | 35% |
| Russia | $1.1M | 3.7% |
| France | $939K | 3.2% |
| Croatia | $917K | 3.1% |
| Iran | $565K | 1.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $521K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $515K | 1.7% |
| Sweden | $454K | 1.5% |
| Liberia | $398K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey marine diesel engines imports (HS 8408.10): 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 8408.10: Engines: for marine propulsion, compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines).
Common questions
What is the value of marine diesel engines imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported marine diesel engines worth $178.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 200 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply marine diesel engines to Turkey?
The United States was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($62.2 million), followed by Germany (14%) and Denmark (11%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 134% on the year.
What is the average import price of marine diesel engines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $36.83 per kg in 2024, 91% above the world average of $19.25 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of marine diesel engines to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $90.3 million in 2017 to $178.2 million in 2024, an increase of 97%. The peak was 2023 at $246.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $144.9 million a year.
Does Turkey also export marine diesel engines?
Yes. Turkey exported $29.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Pakistan, Azerbaijan and Russia. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $148.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for marine diesel engines?
The HS code for marine diesel engines is subheading 8408.10. 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 8408 page.
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