Price of dredgers and marine equipment in Nigeria
Suction dredger 10-12", Nigerian used, Abuja
₦45,000,000per unit
Market range ₦40,000,000 to ₦50,000,000 as at 15 October 2026.
Price a whole BoQ in the rate bookAs at 15 October 2026, Suction dredger 10-12", Nigerian used costs about ₦45,000,000 per unit in Abuja (market range ₦40,000,000 to ₦50,000,000). Other lines: Jet suction sand dredger (Jagaban type), new local: ₦24,000,000 per unit; Sand dredger 8", Nigerian used: ₦24,000,000 per unit; Small cutter suction dredger, new local build: ₦50,000,000 per unit; Cutter suction dredger 14" (Chinese, dismountable), new: ₦839,790,000 per unit.
Dredgers & marine equipment prices in Nigeria (Oct 2026)
| Item | Unit | Abuja price | Range | Change | Confidence | Evidence date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jet suction sand dredger (Jagaban type), new local | unit | ₦24,000,000 | ₦22,000,000 - ₦26,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Sand dredger 8", Nigerian used | unit | ₦24,000,000 | ₦20,000,000 - ₦28,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Suction dredger 10-12", Nigerian used | unit | ₦45,000,000 | ₦40,000,000 - ₦50,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Small cutter suction dredger, new local build | unit | ₦50,000,000 | ₦40,000,000 - ₦65,000,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Cutter suction dredger 14" (Chinese, dismountable), new | unit | ₦839,790,000 | ₦671,832,000 - ₦1,007,748,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Cutter suction dredger 20/22" (Ellicott), new | unit | ₦950,000,000 | ₦850,000,000 - ₦1,100,000,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Dredge pump set 12x10" with diesel engine, new | unit | ₦74,648,000 | ₦59,718,400 - ₦89,577,600 | - | Low | derived |
| Spud barge / work pontoon 30x10m, new local fabrication | unit | ₦350,000,000 | ₦280,000,000 - ₦420,000,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Tugboat 1,000-1,200hp, foreign used | unit | ₦900,000,000 | ₦720,000,000 - ₦1,080,000,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Sand hopper barge 500t, local build | unit | ₦250,000,000 | ₦200,000,000 - ₦300,000,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Crew/work boat 30-40 seater (fibreglass, twin outboard) | unit | ₦180,000,000 | ₦144,000,000 - ₦216,000,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Outboard engine 200hp, new | unit | ₦33,591,600 | ₦26,873,280 - ₦40,309,920 | - | Low | derived |
| Swamp buggy (amphibious excavator/carrier), foreign used | unit | ₦450,000,000 | ₦360,000,000 - ₦540,000,000 | - | Low | derived |
Prices are Abuja market prices, delivered within the city, excluding VAT unless stated. "Change" compares with the previous weekly update.
Dredgers & marine equipment prices by location
Estimated by applying Buildocrat's materials location factor to the Abuja price. Always confirm with a local supplier.
| Location | Estimated price per unit | Materials factor |
|---|---|---|
| Abuja (FCT) | ₦45,000,000 | 1.00 |
| Lagos | ₦47,700,000 | 1.06 |
| Port Harcourt | ₦48,600,000 | 1.08 |
| Ibadan | ₦42,750,000 | 0.95 |
| Osogbo (Osun) | ₦43,200,000 | 0.96 |
| Kano | ₦41,850,000 | 0.93 |
| Kaduna | ₦42,300,000 | 0.94 |
| Enugu | ₦44,100,000 | 0.98 |
| Benin City | ₦44,550,000 | 0.99 |
| Uyo | ₦46,350,000 | 1.03 |
| Jos | ₦42,750,000 | 0.95 |
| Riverine / creek site | ₦58,500,000 | 1.30 |
What affects the price
Locally built jet-suction dredgers are cheap and widely used for sand mining. Cutter suction dredgers cost far more but can cut compacted material and pump much further. Budget for the discharge pipeline, pontoons and a support boat.
Sources
- Desk estimate (Oct 2026); verify with 3 dealer quotes
- Jiji.ng dredger listings checked 1 Oct 2026: jet suction N22-26m, 8" used N24m, 10/12" used N45m, small CSD new N50m, Ellicott 20/22" CSD N950m
Frequently asked questions
How much is a sand dredger in Nigeria?
As at 15 October 2026, Suction dredger 10-12", Nigerian used costs about ₦45,000,000 per unit in Abuja, within a market range of ₦40,000,000 to ₦50,000,000, according to Buildocrat's Nigeria Construction Rate Book.
How much does it cost in Lagos and Port Harcourt?
Applying Buildocrat's location factors, the same item is estimated at about ₦47,700,000 in Lagos and ₦48,600,000 in Port Harcourt.
What affects the price?
Locally built jet-suction dredgers are cheap and widely used for sand mining. Cutter suction dredgers cost far more but can cut compacted material and pump much further. Budget for the discharge pipeline, pontoons and a support boat.
How often is this price updated?
Buildocrat re-checks key prices every Monday against dated market sources. This page was last updated on 15 October 2026.
How to cite: Buildocrat, Nigeria Construction Rate Book, https://rates.buildocrat.store/prices/dredgers/, prices as at 15 October 2026.