Turbojets (high thrust) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported turbojets (high thrust) worth $16.46 billion (10.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 100 countries for exports of this product. That is 10% less than in 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 | $16.46B | 10.2K t |
| 2023 | $18.33B | 10.0K t |
| 2022 | $15.58B | 9.3K t |
| 2021 | $11.99B | 7.1K t |
| 2020 | $10.44B | 6.3K t |
| 2019 | $13.76B | 8.1K t |
| 2018 | $11.61B | 6.7K t |
| 2017 | $9.72B | 6.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports turbojets (high thrust) to
Most of it went to Singapore (14%), United States (13%), France (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+311% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $2.25B | 14% |
| United States | $2.19B | 13% |
| France | $2.01B | 12% |
| Germany | $802.2M | 4.9% |
| Netherlands | $718.9M | 4.4% |
| Qatar | $595.1M | 3.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $572.1M | 3.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $551.3M | 3.4% |
| Taiwan | $496.8M | 3% |
| Thailand | $496.7M | 3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,611.98 per kg, close to the world average of $1,793.54.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Turbojets (high thrust) imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $3.07 billion of turbojets (high thrust) in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 122 countries. The largest suppliers were France (29%), Spain (10%), Hong Kong (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, Bahrain grew fastest (+962% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $878.7M | 29% |
| Spain | $294.2M | 9.6% |
| Hong Kong | $273.3M | 8.9% |
| Germany | $269.3M | 8.8% |
| United States | $217.4M | 7.1% |
| India | $212.5M | 6.9% |
| Poland | $120.5M | 3.9% |
| South Korea | $107.5M | 3.5% |
| China | $74.5M | 2.4% |
| Bahrain | $70.0M | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom turbojets (high thrust) exports (HS 8411.12): 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 8411.12: Turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kN.
Common questions
What is the value of turbojets (high thrust) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported turbojets (high thrust) worth $16.46 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 100 countries worldwide, with 20% of world exports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy turbojets (high thrust) from the United Kingdom?
Singapore was the largest buyer with 14% of the value ($2.25 billion), followed by the United States (13%) and France (12%). The top three together account for 39%, out of 67 buyer countries in total. Qatar grew fastest among the top ten, up 311% on the year.
What is the average export price of turbojets (high thrust) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1,611.98 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $1,793.54 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of turbojets (high thrust) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.72 billion in 2017 to $16.46 billion in 2024, an increase of 69%. The peak was 2023 at $18.33 billion. Over 8 years the average was $13.49 billion a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import turbojets (high thrust)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $3.07 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, Spain and Hong Kong. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $13.38 billion a year.
What is the HS code for turbojets (high thrust)?
The HS code for turbojets (high thrust) is subheading 8411.12. 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 8411 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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