Floating structures (other) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of floating structures (other) by the United Kingdom reached $128.5 million in 2024 (9.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 132 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 11% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $161.2 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 | $128.5M | 9.9K t |
| 2023 | $144.6M | 9.8K t |
| 2022 | $122.2M | 10.6K t |
| 2021 | $126.6M | 11.6K t |
| 2020 | $161.2M | 15.0K t |
| 2019 | $99.4M | 9.5K t |
| 2018 | $112.8M | 12.6K t |
| 2017 | $113.5M | 10.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports floating structures (other) to
Most of it went to Brazil (24%), Guyana (18%), United States (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Cayman Isds grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $30.6M | 24% |
| Guyana | $23.4M | 18% |
| United States | $16.6M | 13% |
| Norway | $10.2M | 7.9% |
| Australia | $8.9M | 6.9% |
| Netherlands | $4.6M | 3.6% |
| France | $4.5M | 3.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $3.0M | 2.3% |
| Cayman Isds | $2.3M | 1.8% |
| Indonesia | $1.9M | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.97 per kg, 68% above the world average of $7.70. 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.
Floating structures (other) imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $36.1 million of floating structures (other) in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 208 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from France (23%), Norway (17%), Germany (10%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $8.3M | 23% |
| Norway | $6.2M | 17% |
| Germany | $3.7M | 10% |
| Ireland | $3.6M | 9.9% |
| United States | $3.2M | 8.9% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 5.6% |
| Denmark | $1.3M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 2.9% |
| Angola | $849K | 2.4% |
| Chile | $783K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom floating structures (other) exports (HS 8907.90): 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 8907.90: Floating structures: tanks, coffer-dams, landing stages, buoys and beacons.
Common questions
What is the value of floating structures (other) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported floating structures (other) worth $128.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 132 countries worldwide, with 11% of world exports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy floating structures (other) from the United Kingdom?
Brazil was the largest buyer with 24% of the value ($30.6 million), followed by Guyana (18%) and the United States (13%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 108 buyer countries in total. Guyana grew fastest among the top ten, up 188% on the year.
What is the average export price of floating structures (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $12.97 per kg in 2024, 68% above the world average of $7.70 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of floating structures (other) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $113.5 million in 2017 to $128.5 million in 2024, an increase of 13%. The peak was 2020 at $161.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $126.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import floating structures (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $36.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, Norway and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $92.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for floating structures (other)?
The HS code for floating structures (other) is subheading 8907.90. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8907 page.
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