Jebel Ali · Abu Dhabi · 18–22 Day Transit
Heavy Equipment
for the UAE.
Inspection-certified European excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders, graders, and generators delivered CIF Jebel Ali or Abu Dhabi. 5% import duty on mainland; duty-free in Free Zones.
Equipment We Supply to the UAE
Excavators
CAT 320–390, Komatsu PC200–PC490 for large construction projects
View listingsBulldozers
CAT D6–D11, Komatsu D65–D375 for earthmoving and land clearing
View listingsWheel Loaders
Volvo L120–L350, CAT 950–993 for loading and material handling
View listingsMotor Graders
CAT 140–16M3, Komatsu GD655–GD825 for road and highway work
View listingsGenerators
CAT, Cummins, Volvo Penta — 100–3,500 kVA for construction and data centres
View listingsCompaction Rollers
Bomag, Dynapac, Hamm — large single drum and tandem for highways
View listingsUAE Market Overview
The UAE is one of the most active construction markets in the world — and one of the most straightforward for heavy equipment imports. With 5% GCC customs duty on mainland imports and zero duty in Free Zones, the cost to land equipment from Europe is competitive. Jebel Ali Port is consistently ranked among the world's top 10 container ports, with highly efficient handling of flat-rack and RoRo heavy equipment shipments.
Dubai's infrastructure pipeline remains substantial — ongoing projects in tourism, urban development, and utility infrastructure maintain consistent demand for large excavators, compaction equipment, and generators. Abu Dhabi's economic diversification programme (Vision 2030) is driving major civil works contracts in transport infrastructure, housing, and industrial zones.
The UAE is also a major re-export hub for the broader Gulf region. Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) is specifically designed for bonded storage and regional re-distribution — equipment imported CIF Jebel Ali can be stored and re-exported to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, and Bahrain without additional UAE duty. For buyers who want European stock with Gulf-region flexibility, this is a strategic advantage.
European equipment — particularly CAT, Komatsu, Volvo CE, and Liebherr — is well-regarded in the UAE market and commands stronger resale value than Asian-market machines. Condition documentation (service records, engine hours certificates) is increasingly required by UAE project owners and plant hire companies.
Shipping & Import Details
UAE Customs requires accurate CIF values and complete documentation. We provide commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, and marine insurance as standard for every shipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What import duty applies to construction machinery in the UAE?
Mainland UAE imports are subject to 5% GCC Common External Tariff (CET) on the CIF value. Equipment imported into Jebel Ali Free Zone or other UAE Free Zones is duty-free. UAE VAT at 5% applies to mainland imports but is recoverable for VAT-registered businesses.
Which UAE ports receive heavy equipment?
Jebel Ali Port (Dubai) is the primary and most capable port — excellent flat-rack and RoRo handling with fast turnaround. For Abu Dhabi projects, Khalifa Port and Mina Zayed are the alternatives. Transit from Rotterdam or Hamburg to Jebel Ali is 18–22 days.
Can equipment imported to the UAE be re-exported to Saudi Arabia or Qatar?
Yes. Jebel Ali Free Zone is specifically designed for re-export across the GCC. Equipment can be imported, stored, and re-exported to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman with no UAE duty — only the destination country's applicable import duty applies.
What equipment is most in demand in the UAE?
Large excavators (30–50 tonne class) for major construction projects, wheel loaders for logistics and material handling, motor graders and compactors for highway projects. Generator demand is strong for construction sites, data centres, and event infrastructure. Premium European brands (CAT, Komatsu, Liebherr, Volvo CE) are preferred.
Get a CIF Jebel Ali Quote
Tell us the machine type, size class, and destination (mainland or Free Zone). We quote CIF with condition report within 24 hours.