Industrial steam turbines (high power) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported industrial steam turbines (high power) worth $11.5 million (271 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 160% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% a year on average.
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 | $11.5M | 271 t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 161 t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 136 t |
| 2021 | $11.8M | 279 t |
| 2020 | $13K | 0 t |
| 2019 | $487K | 21 t |
| 2018 | $17K | 0 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 70 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports industrial steam turbines (high power) from
One supplier dominates: Czech Republic accounted for 69% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $7.9M | 69% |
| Italy | $3.4M | 30% |
| France | $179K | 1.6% |
| India | $19K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $42.56 per kg, 224% above the world average of $13.13. 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.
Industrial steam turbines (high power) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $401 thousand of industrial steam turbines (high power) in 2024 (167 tonnes). France alone took 52% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+162% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $209K | 52% |
| Pakistan | $80K | 20% |
| Singapore | $59K | 15% |
| Turkey | $33K | 8.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $16K | 4% |
| New Zealand | $5K | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom industrial steam turbines (high power) imports (HS 8406.81): 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 8406.81: Turbines: steam and other vapour turbines, (for other than marine propulsion), of an output exceeding 40MW.
Common questions
What is the value of industrial steam turbines (high power) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported industrial steam turbines (high power) worth $11.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 271 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 82 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 160% on 2023.
Which countries supply industrial steam turbines (high power) to the United Kingdom?
The Czech Republic was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($7.9 million), followed by Italy (30%) and France (2%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of industrial steam turbines (high power) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $42.56 per kg in 2024, 224% above the world average of $13.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of industrial steam turbines (high power) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $11.5 million in 2024, an increase of 385%. The peak was 2021 at $11.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export industrial steam turbines (high power)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $401 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Pakistan and Singapore. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $11.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for industrial steam turbines (high power)?
The HS code for industrial steam turbines (high power) is subheading 8406.81. 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 8406 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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