Cranes and derricks (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cranes and derricks (other) by the United Kingdom reached $43.5 million in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 198 countries for imports of this product. That is 8% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $57.8 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 | $43.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $47.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $41.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $57.8M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $23.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $13.2M | 700 t |
| 2018 | $13.5M | 553 t |
| 2017 | $12.9M | 659 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports cranes and derricks (other) from
One supplier dominates: Netherlands accounted for 66% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $28.5M | 66% |
| Italy | $4.5M | 10% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 2.8% |
| Ireland | $1.2M | 2.8% |
| Slovenia | $1.2M | 2.7% |
| Spain | $996K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $909K | 2.1% |
| China | $723K | 1.7% |
| Estonia | $636K | 1.5% |
| Norway | $493K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.23 per kg, 102% above the world average of $11.49. 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.
Cranes and derricks (other) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $37.0 million of cranes and derricks (other) in 2024 (4.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 107 countries. Most of it went to Ireland (14%), Canada (14%), Netherlands (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $5.1M | 14% |
| Canada | $5.1M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $4.7M | 13% |
| United States | $4.2M | 12% |
| France | $3.7M | 10% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.7M | 4.6% |
| Brazil | $1.3M | 3.4% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 2.9% |
| Norway | $869K | 2.4% |
| South Korea | $757K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cranes and derricks (other) imports (HS 8426.99): 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 8426.99: Cranes and derricks: for other than mounting on road vehicles, n.e.c. in heading no. 8426.
Common questions
What is the value of cranes and derricks (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported cranes and derricks (other) worth $43.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 198 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply cranes and derricks (other) to the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($28.5 million), followed by Italy (10%) and Japan (3%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 238% on the year.
What is the average import price of cranes and derricks (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.23 per kg in 2024, 102% above the world average of $11.49 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cranes and derricks (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.9 million in 2017 to $43.5 million in 2024, an increase of 237%. The peak was 2021 at $57.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export cranes and derricks (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $37.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Canada and the Netherlands. That compares with imports of $43.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for cranes and derricks (other)?
The HS code for cranes and derricks (other) is subheading 8426.99. 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 8426 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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