Passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) worth $31.4 million (530 tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 108 countries. Value rose 37% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $55.5 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 | $31.4M | 530 t |
| 2023 | $23.0M | 430 t |
| 2022 | $17.6M | 308 t |
| 2021 | $24.7M | 427 t |
| 2020 | $9.4M | 499 t |
| 2019 | $55.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $16.6M | 585 t |
| 2017 | $12.2M | 257 t |
Where the United States exports passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) to
The largest buyer markets were Germany (34%), Mexico (14%), China (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Colombia grew fastest (+412% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $59.35 per kg, 103% above the world average of $29.21. 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.
Passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) imports to the United States
Imports of passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) by the United States reached $28.0 million in 2024 (724 tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 169 countries. Most of the value came from Spain (44%), Netherlands (20%), Mexico (9%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+786% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $12.4M | 44% |
| Netherlands | $5.5M | 20% |
| Mexico | $2.6M | 9.3% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 4.5% |
| Canada | $1.1M | 4.1% |
| Poland | $891K | 3.2% |
| Italy | $654K | 2.3% |
| Japan | $616K | 2.2% |
| India | $465K | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $454K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) exports (HS 8479.79): 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 8479.79: Machinery and mechanical appliances: passenger boarding bridges, other than of a kind used in airports.
Common questions
What is the value of passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) exported by the United States?
The United States exported passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) worth $31.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 530 tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 108 countries worldwide, with 13% of world exports. The value was up 37% on 2023.
Which countries buy passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) from the United States?
Germany was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($10.6 million), followed by Mexico (14%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 88 buyer countries in total. Colombia grew fastest among the top ten, up 412% on the year.
What is the average export price of passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $59.35 per kg in 2024, 103% above the world average of $29.21 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $12.2 million in 2017 to $31.4 million in 2024, an increase of 158%. The peak was 2019 at $55.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.8 million a year.
Does the United States also import passenger boarding bridges (non-airport)?
Yes. The United States imported $28.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Spain, the Netherlands and Mexico. That compares with exports of $31.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for passenger boarding bridges (non-airport)?
The HS code for passenger boarding bridges (non-airport) is subheading 8479.79. 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 8479 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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