What is the economy of Suriname based on?

All values, unless otherwise stated, are in US dollars. The economy of Suriname was largely dependent upon the exports of aluminium oxide and small amounts of aluminium produced from bauxite mined in the country. However, after the departure of Alcoa, the economy depended on the exports of crude oil and gold.

Is Suriname a bauxite smelter?

The backbone of Suriname's economy was the export of aluminium oxide (alumina) and small amounts of aluminium produced from bauxite mined in the country. In 1999, the aluminium smelter at Paranam was closed. In November 2015 Suralco ceased the mining of bauxite completely.

Are there any companies in Suriname not achieving their full production and export potential?

There are many companies in Suriname not reaching their full production and export potential. They do not have the required export permits or certifications or do not know how to export or how big the export market is.

Which countries export Suriname?

The most common destination for the exports of Suriname are Switzerland ($1.18B), United Arab Emirates ($651M), Guyana ($118M), United States ($71.1M), and France ($66.8M). Explore detailed trade data with VizBuilder — an interactive tool offering long time series, subnational breakdowns, and expanded datasets.

How do I become a Suriname based producer or exporter?

If you want to be entered as a Suriname based producer or exporter in the list above, please contact Monique Lew directly: +597 874 80 63, [email protected] If you are an association or consultant and want to be added to this page, please contact Monique Lew directly to discuss that.

How much money does Suriname export?

During the last five reported years, the exports of Suriname have increased by $142M from $2.2B in 2018 to $2.34B in 2023. The most recent exports are led by Gold ($1.87B), Refined Petroleum ($109M), Rough Wood ($75M), Non-fillet Frozen Fish ($50M), and Fish Fillets ($35.6M).