Navigation equipment parts imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $39.3 million of navigation equipment parts in 2024 (67 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 28% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $39.3M | 67 t |
| 2023 | $30.8M | 91 t |
| 2022 | $20.1M | 128 t |
| 2021 | $18.0M | 111 t |
| 2020 | $17.9M | 117 t |
| 2019 | $20.8M | 109 t |
| 2018 | $19.1M | 89 t |
| 2017 | $15.5M | 24 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports navigation equipment parts from
The largest suppliers were France (24%), United Kingdom (18%), United States (15%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $9.6M | 24% |
| United Kingdom | $7.1M | 18% |
| United States | $6.1M | 16% |
| Singapore | $3.5M | 8.8% |
| Germany | $3.3M | 8.4% |
| Netherlands | $2.2M | 5.5% |
| Japan | $1.5M | 3.9% |
| India | $741K | 1.9% |
| Norway | $683K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $619K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $583.47 per kg, close to the world average of $511.01.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Navigation equipment parts exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $2.8 million of navigation equipment parts in 2024 (4 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Greece grew fastest (+440% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 51% |
| India | $373K | 13% |
| Singapore | $320K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $169K | 6% |
| France | $157K | 5.5% |
| Greece | $132K | 4.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $81K | 2.8% |
| Czech Republic | $32K | 1.1% |
| United States | $28K | 1% |
| Malaysia | $27K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates navigation equipment parts imports (HS 9014.90): 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 9014.90: Navigational instruments and appliances: parts and accessories.
Common questions
What is the value of navigation equipment parts imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported navigation equipment parts worth $39.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 67 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 197 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply navigation equipment parts to the United Arab Emirates?
France was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($9.6 million), followed by the United Kingdom (18%) and the United States (15%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 406% on the year.
What is the average import price of navigation equipment parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $583.47 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $511.01 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of navigation equipment parts to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.5 million in 2017 to $39.3 million in 2024, an increase of 154%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $22.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export navigation equipment parts?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, India and Singapore. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $36.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for navigation equipment parts?
The HS code for navigation equipment parts is subheading 9014.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9014 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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