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Dates with destinations – Saudia Cargo gets national fruit to tables worldwide

[ March 18, 2025   //   Chris Lewis ]

With the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan drawing to a close, Saudia Cargo’s cold chain technology in delivering a sizeable part of the 1.6 million ton Saudi date harvest to global markets. The country is one of the world’s largest producers, and its product is renowned for its quality and heritage. It is indeed an integral part of Saudi culture as a symbol of generosity and hospitality.

Saudia Cargo transport dates to over 45 international destinations, and in 2024 it moved 64% more than in 2023, nearly 1.5 million kilograms.

Saudia Cargo also takes part in Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, and the National Center for Palms and Dates initiatives to cultivate and improve palm productivity in the Kingdom, with over 37 million palm trees distributed across all regions.

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