Mobile cranes (tracked) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $109.6 million of mobile cranes (tracked) in 2024 (37.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 175 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 7% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
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 | $109.6M | 37.1K t |
| 2023 | $117.8M | 54.8K t |
| 2022 | $41.2M | 16.1K t |
| 2021 | $45.7M | 19.9K t |
| 2020 | $84.3M | 25.7K t |
| 2019 | $81.1M | 16.9K t |
| 2018 | $78.5M | 25.0K t |
| 2017 | $50.4M | 12.0K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports mobile cranes (tracked) from
Most of the value came from China (41%), Saudi Arabia (21%), Japan (7%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $45.3M | 41% |
| Saudi Arabia | $23.2M | 21% |
| Japan | $7.4M | 6.8% |
| United States | $5.8M | 5.3% |
| Italy | $5.7M | 5.2% |
| Belgium | $5.0M | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $3.6M | 3.3% |
| India | $2.8M | 2.6% |
| Austria | $2.6M | 2.3% |
| Australia | $1.5M | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.96 per kg, 48% below the world average of $5.70, 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.
Mobile cranes (tracked) exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported mobile cranes (tracked) worth $3.0 million (510 tonnes). Netherlands alone took 63% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+320% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 63% |
| Belgium | $397K | 13% |
| India | $365K | 12% |
| Tanzania | $186K | 6.2% |
| Georgia | $173K | 5.7% |
| Nigeria | $6K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates mobile cranes (tracked) imports (HS 8426.49): 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 8426.49: Cranes: self-propelled derricks and cranes, not on tyres, n.e.c. in heading no. 8426.
Common questions
What is the value of mobile cranes (tracked) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported mobile cranes (tracked) worth $109.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 37.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 175 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply mobile cranes (tracked) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($45.3 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (21%) and Japan (7%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 894% on the year.
What is the average import price of mobile cranes (tracked) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.96 per kg in 2024, 48% below the world average of $5.70 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of mobile cranes (tracked) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $50.4 million in 2017 to $109.6 million in 2024, an increase of 118%. The peak was 2023 at $117.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $76.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export mobile cranes (tracked)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $3.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Belgium and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $106.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for mobile cranes (tracked)?
The HS code for mobile cranes (tracked) is subheading 8426.49. 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 8426 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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