Navigation equipment exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of navigation equipment by the United Kingdom reached $238.1 million in 2024 (379 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 145 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 34% 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 | $238.1M | 379 t |
| 2023 | $177.3M | 252 t |
| 2022 | $205.4M | 281 t |
| 2021 | $201.6M | 187 t |
| 2020 | $182.8M | 435 t |
| 2019 | $221.1M | 739 t |
| 2018 | $209.7M | 768 t |
| 2017 | $198.7M | 676 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports navigation equipment to
Most of it went to United States (16%), Netherlands (14%), United Arab Emirates (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+197% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $38.8M | 16% |
| Netherlands | $34.2M | 14% |
| United Arab Emirates | $28.8M | 12% |
| Germany | $22.6M | 9.5% |
| South Korea | $10.5M | 4.4% |
| France | $9.8M | 4.1% |
| Turkey | $9.2M | 3.9% |
| Norway | $8.9M | 3.8% |
| Italy | $8.8M | 3.7% |
| Canada | $6.2M | 2.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $628.63 per kg, 180% above the world average of $224.48. 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.
Navigation equipment imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of navigation equipment by the United Kingdom reached $137.7 million in 2024 (381 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 205 countries. Most of the value came from United States (31%), France (15%), Taiwan (14%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $43.0M | 31% |
| France | $20.8M | 15% |
| Taiwan | $19.4M | 14% |
| Norway | $14.1M | 10% |
| Italy | $6.2M | 4.5% |
| Japan | $5.2M | 3.8% |
| Canada | $3.8M | 2.8% |
| China | $3.3M | 2.4% |
| Mexico | $2.8M | 2% |
| Estonia | $2.0M | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom navigation equipment exports (HS 9014.80): 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 9014.80: Navigational instruments and appliances: for navigation other than aeronautical or space navigation (excluding direction finding compasses).
Common questions
What is the value of navigation equipment exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported navigation equipment worth $238.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 379 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 145 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries buy navigation equipment from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 16% of the value ($38.8 million), followed by the Netherlands (14%) and the United Arab Emirates (12%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 125 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 197% on the year.
What is the average export price of navigation equipment per kg?
The average declared export value was about $628.63 per kg in 2024, 180% above the world average of $224.48 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of navigation equipment from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $198.7 million in 2017 to $238.1 million in 2024, an increase of 20%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $204.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import navigation equipment?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $137.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, France and Taiwan. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $100.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for navigation equipment?
The HS code for navigation equipment is subheading 9014.80. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9014 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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