Photogrammetry equipment imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported photogrammetry equipment worth $4.9 million (7 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 63% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $21.2 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 | $4.9M | 7 t |
| 2023 | $13.2M | 24 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 3 t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 2 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 11 t |
| 2019 | $21.2M | 28 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 44 t |
| 2017 | $733K | 2 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports photogrammetry equipment from
The largest suppliers were United States (30%), Egypt (28%), Germany (15%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+186% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.5M | 30% |
| Egypt | $1.4M | 28% |
| Germany | $747K | 15% |
| Kuwait | $364K | 7.5% |
| Netherlands | $251K | 5.2% |
| Bahrain | $190K | 3.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $176K | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $135K | 2.8% |
| Canada | $82K | 1.7% |
| Australia | $45K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $695.44 per kg, close to the world average of $620.50.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Photogrammetry equipment exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of photogrammetry equipment by the United Arab Emirates reached $490 thousand in 2024 (23 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kuwait (48%), Saudi Arabia (24%), Cote d'Ivoire (10%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+515% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $234K | 48% |
| Saudi Arabia | $119K | 24% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $50K | 10% |
| India | $38K | 7.7% |
| Egypt | $26K | 5.3% |
| Seychelles | $8K | 1.6% |
| Singapore | $4K | 0.9% |
| Angola | $4K | 0.8% |
| Nigeria | $3K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates photogrammetry equipment imports (HS 9015.40): 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 9015.40: Surveying equipment: photogrammetrical surveying instruments and appliances.
Common questions
What is the value of photogrammetry equipment imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported photogrammetry equipment worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 156 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 63% on 2023.
Which countries supply photogrammetry equipment to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Egypt (28%) and Germany (15%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 186% on the year.
What is the average import price of photogrammetry equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $695.44 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $620.50 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of photogrammetry equipment to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $733 thousand in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024, an increase of 564%. The peak was 2019 at $21.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export photogrammetry equipment?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $490 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $4.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for photogrammetry equipment?
The HS code for photogrammetry equipment is subheading 9015.40. 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 9015 page.
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