Uniban a leader in sustainability and community engagement as well 

Unibán, Colombia’s leading exporter of fresh bananas, plantains, exotic fruits, and other agricultural products showcased its forward-looking projects at Fruit Logistica in Berlin. One of the spotlights is on the upcoming opening of the state-of-the-art Puerto Antioquia, a port that will revolutionize Colombia’s export infrastructure. At the same time, the company underscores its social and environmental commitment, aiming to sustainably improve the quality of life in its growing regions. Uniban chairman Manuel Laborde Barriga participated on a conference panel at the Logistics Hub of Berlin, together with Puerto Antioquia CEO Alejandro costa Posada to present the project, due to open by June 2025.

182 banana farms across Colombia

The company oversees the production of 182 banana farms across Colombia, spanning a total of 17,653.16 hectares of cultivated land in two of the country’s leading banana-producing regions: Urabá and Santa Marta (Magdalena). In Urabá, located in Northwestern Colombia, Uniban manages 146 farms covering 15,656 hectares. Meanwhile, in Santa Marta (Magdalena), a key banana-producing region in Northern Colombia, there are nearly 250 farms, of which 215 are associated with 5 cooperatives, covering 1,997 hectares. These cooperatives play a crucial role in supporting small banana producers, helping them pool resources, share knowledge, and access international markets more efficiently.

Sustainability, shared value and community development

Uniban actively contributes to peacebuilding efforts and community infrastructure development, fostering stability and improved living conditions in the regions where it operates. Through strategic partnerships, Uniban has supported the development of more than 250 community infrastructure projects, including schools, healthcare centers, and public spaces, directly benefiting thousands of residents. Aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Uniban Foundation has positively impacted over 107,000 people through initiatives in economic development, infrastructure, environmental protection, education, sports, arts, and culture.

"Key achievements include a 7.28% increase in small producer productivity, benefiting 1,095 farmers who have improved their infrastructure, received technical support, and accessed co-investment opportunities for more sustainable production. They have also obtained financing through the Foundation’s Credit Unit, further enhancing their productive capacities," said Manuel Laborde.