Emirates has transported nearly half a million tons of perishable goods
United Arab Emirates
Wednesday 30 May 2018
FJ
Nearly half of the volumes transported were imported to the United Arab Emirates.
Emirates SkyCargo has transported nearly half a million tonnes of perishable goods since the launch of its new FRESH service in May of last year. Nearly half of the volumes, from all over the world, were imported to the United Arab Emirates.
Emirates SkyCargo has transported nearly 400,000 tonnes of perishable goods in its three service categories (Fresh, Fresh Breathe, Fresh Active) to meet the varied needs of exporters of perishable products.
Fruits & Vegetables accounted for 150 000 tonnes, more than 1/5th of this volume came from India. The airline also transported seafood, meat and 50,000 tons of fresh flowers and plants.
source : logisticsmiddleast com