Boring and sinking machinery (stationary) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $68.8 million of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 140 countries. Value rose 12% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $68.8M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $61.3M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $50.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $66.0M | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $55.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2019 | $53.0M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $77.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $67.0M | 3.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports boring and sinking machinery (stationary) to
The largest buyer markets were United States (20%), Netherlands (17%), France (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Indonesia grew fastest (+600% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $13.5M | 20% |
| Netherlands | $11.4M | 17% |
| France | $7.8M | 11% |
| Norway | $5.1M | 7.5% |
| Singapore | $4.4M | 6.4% |
| Ireland | $3.6M | 5.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3.0M | 4.4% |
| Indonesia | $2.9M | 4.2% |
| Canada | $2.5M | 3.6% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.58 per kg, 3930% above the world average of $0.61. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Boring and sinking machinery (stationary) imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $19.0 million of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) in 2024 (7.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from United States (47%), Germany (14%), Italy (6%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+267% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $9.0M | 47% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 14% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 6.2% |
| China | $1.1M | 5.9% |
| Netherlands | $683K | 3.6% |
| Ireland | $596K | 3.1% |
| Malaysia | $575K | 3% |
| Norway | $491K | 2.6% |
| Denmark | $389K | 2.1% |
| Austria | $382K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom boring and sinking machinery (stationary) exports (HS 8430.49): 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 8430.49: Boring and sinking machinery: not self-propelled.
Common questions
What is the value of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported boring and sinking machinery (stationary) worth $68.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 140 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries buy boring and sinking machinery (stationary) from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 20% of the value ($13.5 million), followed by the Netherlands (17%) and France (11%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 75 buyer countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 600% on the year.
What is the average export price of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $24.58 per kg in 2024, 3930% above the world average of $0.61 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of boring and sinking machinery (stationary) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $67.0 million in 2017 to $68.8 million in 2024, an increase of 3%. The peak was 2018 at $77.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $62.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import boring and sinking machinery (stationary)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $19.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Germany and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $49.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for boring and sinking machinery (stationary)?
The HS code for boring and sinking machinery (stationary) is subheading 8430.49. 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 8430 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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