U.S. - Ships, Vessels, Ferry-Boats For The Transport Of Persons - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Shipping Price in the United States - 2023

Contents:

  1. Shipping Price in the United States (FOB) - 2022
  2. Shipping Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022
  3. Shipping Exports in the United States
  4. Shipping Imports in the United States

Shipping Price in the United States (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average shipping export price amounted to $752,683 per unit, increasing by 24% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 760%. The export price peaked at $1,222,579 per unit in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Honduras ($2,375,190 per unit), while the average price for exports to Mexico ($9,501 per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Japan (+29.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Shipping Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average shipping import price amounted to $131,151 per unit, with an increase of 275% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a remarkable increase. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $149,209 per unit in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($456,476 per unit), while the price for the UK ($6,777 per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ukraine (+99.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Shipping Exports in the United States

In 2022, the amount of ships, vessels, ferry-boats for the transport of persons exported from the United States declined rapidly to 8 units, dropping by -79.5% on the previous year. In general, exports continue to indicate a dramatic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 3,800%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 39 units, and then dropped rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, shipping exports fell rapidly to $6.2M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports recorded a dramatic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 1,737%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $24M, and then declined notably in the following year.

Export of Shipping in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
HondurasN/AN/AN/A6.00%
CanadaN/AN/A4.50.2-95.6%
SpainN/AN/A5.3N/A0%
Colombia1.9N/AN/AN/A0%
Mexico16.30.114.0N/A-7.3%
OthersN/A1.2N/AN/A0%
Total18.31.323.86.2-30.3%

Top Export Markets for Shipping from the United States in 2022:

  1. Mexico (5.0 units)
  2. Honduras (3.0 units)
  3. Canada (1.0 units)

Shipping Imports in the United States

For the fourth consecutive year, the United States recorded growth in overseas purchases of ships, vessels, ferry-boats for the transport of persons, which increased by 6.2% to 34 units in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 113%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, shipping imports surged to $4.4M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a significant expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Shipping in the United States (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
FranceN/AN/AN/A1,4600%
New ZealandN/AN/AN/A1,4340%
UkraineN/AN/A514368-28.4%
NetherlandsN/AN/AN/A3480%
AustraliaN/AN/AN/A3380%
Italy365N/AN/A180-21.0%
RussiaN/AN/AN/A80.00%
JapanN/AN/AN/A76.30%
GermanyN/A5.68.956.7218.2%
United KingdomN/A16.7N/A32.539.5%
China18.972.484.66.0-31.8%
Poland99.4N/AN/AN/A0%
CanadaN/A252506N/A100.8%
OthersN/AN/A12.763.0396.1%
Total4833471,1264,442109.5%

Top Suppliers of Shipping to the United States in 2022:

  1. Ukraine (6.0 units)
  2. Netherlands (6.0 units)
  3. Germany (6.0 units)
  4. United Kingdom (5.0 units)
  5. New Zealand (4.0 units)
  6. France (3.0 units)
  7. Australia (1.0 units)
  8. Italy (1.0 units)
  9. Japan (1.0 units)
  10. China (1.0 units)
  11. Russia (1.0 units)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the shipping market in the U.S.. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 30112130 - Cruise vessels
  • Prodcom 30112150 - Ferries

Country coverage:

  • United States

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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