Construction and public works machinery imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of construction and public works machinery by the United Kingdom reached $133.9 million in 2024 (7.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 210 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 17% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $133.9M | 7.5K t |
| 2023 | $160.6M | 8.4K t |
| 2022 | $130.1M | 7.7K t |
| 2021 | $117.8M | 8.0K t |
| 2020 | $80.6M | 6.5K t |
| 2019 | $100.6M | 8.6K t |
| 2018 | $114.5M | 8.2K t |
| 2017 | $97.9M | 7.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports construction and public works machinery from
Germany alone supplied 51% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $68.1M | 51% |
| United States | $22.5M | 17% |
| Italy | $13.5M | 10% |
| Sweden | $4.5M | 3.4% |
| China | $4.3M | 3.2% |
| Denmark | $4.0M | 3% |
| Netherlands | $3.9M | 2.9% |
| Ireland | $2.5M | 1.9% |
| France | $2.4M | 1.8% |
| Finland | $1.5M | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.87 per kg, 47% above the world average of $12.19. 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.
Construction and public works machinery exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $63.0 million of construction and public works machinery in 2024 (5.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 135 countries. Most of it went to France (11%), Ireland (11%), Saudi Arabia (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 31%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+334% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $7.2M | 11% |
| Ireland | $6.9M | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5.5M | 8.7% |
| Germany | $5.4M | 8.6% |
| Italy | $3.9M | 6.2% |
| Netherlands | $3.3M | 5.3% |
| Romania | $2.6M | 4.1% |
| Brazil | $2.1M | 3.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.0M | 3.3% |
| United States | $2.0M | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom construction and public works machinery imports (HS 8479.10): 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 8479.10: Machinery and mechanical appliances: for public works, building or the like.
Common questions
What is the value of construction and public works machinery imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported construction and public works machinery worth $133.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 210 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply construction and public works machinery to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($68.1 million), followed by the United States (17%) and Italy (10%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 84% on the year.
What is the average import price of construction and public works machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.87 per kg in 2024, 47% above the world average of $12.19 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of construction and public works machinery to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $97.9 million in 2017 to $133.9 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. The peak was 2023 at $160.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $117.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export construction and public works machinery?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $63.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Ireland and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $70.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for construction and public works machinery?
The HS code for construction and public works machinery is subheading 8479.10. 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 8479 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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