Aircraft engine parts exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $84.1 million of aircraft engine parts in 2024 (372 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 136 countries. That is 57% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $110.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $84.1M | 372 t |
| 2023 | $53.6M | 214 t |
| 2022 | $44.3M | 507 t |
| 2021 | $55.0M | 454 t |
| 2020 | $55.1M | 319 t |
| 2019 | $110.5M | 374 t |
| 2018 | $88.6M | 301 t |
| 2017 | $78.4M | 310 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports aircraft engine parts to
Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (47%), United States (11%), Poland (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+497% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $39.9M | 48% |
| United States | $9.2M | 11% |
| Poland | $4.9M | 5.8% |
| Thailand | $4.2M | 5% |
| Germany | $4.0M | 4.7% |
| Romania | $2.3M | 2.8% |
| Spain | $1.9M | 2.2% |
| China | $1.6M | 1.9% |
| Canada | $1.5M | 1.8% |
| France | $1.4M | 1.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $226.07 per kg, close to the world average of $256.00.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aircraft engine parts imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $32.0 million of aircraft engine parts in 2024 (219 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 174 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were France (25%), Germany (20%), Canada (12%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $7.9M | 25% |
| Germany | $6.3M | 20% |
| Canada | $3.9M | 12% |
| United States | $2.3M | 7.3% |
| Spain | $2.2M | 6.9% |
| Italy | $1.8M | 5.6% |
| Belgium | $1.2M | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $1.0M | 3.2% |
| Austria | $940K | 2.9% |
| Mexico | $843K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom aircraft engine parts exports (HS 8409.10): 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 8409.10: Engines: parts of aircraft engines (spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines).
Common questions
What is the value of aircraft engine parts exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported aircraft engine parts worth $84.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 372 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 136 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 57% on 2023.
Which countries buy aircraft engine parts from the United Kingdom?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 47% of the value ($39.9 million), followed by the United States (11%) and Poland (6%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 106 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 497% on the year.
What is the average export price of aircraft engine parts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $226.07 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $256.00 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of aircraft engine parts from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $78.4 million in 2017 to $84.1 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. The peak was 2019 at $110.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $71.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import aircraft engine parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $32.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, Germany and Canada. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $52.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for aircraft engine parts?
The HS code for aircraft engine parts is subheading 8409.10. 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 8409 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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