Offshore drilling platforms imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $761.0 million of offshore drilling platforms in 2024 (80.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 97 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $761.0M | 80.6K t |
| 2023 | $767.6M | 133.6K t |
| 2022 | $407.3M | 133.7K t |
| 2021 | $743.2M | 47.4K t |
| 2020 | $271.1M | 21.8K t |
| 2019 | $584.2M | 42.0K t |
| 2018 | $734.0M | 51.3K t |
| 2017 | $312.0M | 164 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports offshore drilling platforms from
China alone supplied 64% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+195% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $487.7M | 64% |
| Saudi Arabia | $272.3M | 36% |
| Netherlands | $458K | 0.1% |
| India | $416K | 0.1% |
| Thailand | $37K | 0% |
| Poland | $7K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.44 per kg, close to the world average of $8.99.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Offshore drilling platforms exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of offshore drilling platforms by the United Arab Emirates reached $202.8 million in 2024 (322.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. One buyer market dominates: Brazil accounted for 95% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $193.1M | 95% |
| Nigeria | $9.4M | 4.6% |
| Bahrain | $184K | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $122K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $12K | 0% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates offshore drilling platforms imports (HS 8905.20): 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 8905.20: Floating or submersible drilling or production platforms.
Common questions
What is the value of offshore drilling platforms imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported offshore drilling platforms worth $761.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 80.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 97 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply offshore drilling platforms to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($487.7 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (36%) and the Netherlands (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 195% on the year.
What is the average import price of offshore drilling platforms per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.44 per kg in 2024, 5% above the world average of $8.99 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of offshore drilling platforms to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $312.0 million in 2017 to $761.0 million in 2024, an increase of 144%. The peak was 2023 at $767.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $572.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export offshore drilling platforms?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $202.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Brazil, Nigeria and Bahrain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $558.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for offshore drilling platforms?
The HS code for offshore drilling platforms is subheading 8905.20. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8905 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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