Saudia Cargo strengthens global connections by delivering premium Saudi dates to international markets with the highest quality and efficiency. As Ramadan unites millions worldwide, the airline plays a crucial role in ensuring this cherished symbol reaches tables year-round.
Saudi Arabia is one of the world’s largest date producers, with an annual output exceeding 1.6 million tons. Saudi dates enjoy renown for their high quality and heritage. They symbolize generosity and hospitality, serving as an integral part of Saudi culture.
Saudia Cargo leverages its extensive global network to transport dates to over 45 international destinations. This ensures that dates reach global markets quickly and with the utmost care, adhering to the highest quality standards.
Saudia Cargo’s network saw a remarkable 64% growth in date exports in 2024 compared to 2023. The total reached nearly 1.5 million kilograms. The increasing global demand for this exceptional product reflects its growing popularity. It is sourced from various regions and cities across the Kingdom, including Al Ahsa, Riyadh, Qassim, and Madinah, which are known for producing premium date varieties.
Saudia Cargo’s advanced technology supports Saudi exporters in efficiently delivering their products to international markets. The company employs state-of-the-art cold chain technologies. These technologies maintain the quality of dates throughout their journey from farms to global markets. Its extensive network spans Europe, Asia, and North America, ensuring rapid transit times. This network also enhances the competitiveness of Saudi dates in the global market.
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Saudia Cargo aligns with national sustainability initiatives, integrating with the plans of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, and the National Center for Palms and Dates. This includes supporting initiatives to cultivate and improve palm productivity in the Kingdom, with over 37 million palm trees distributed across all regions, enhancing Saudi Arabia’s ability to export its products to global markets and contributing to the growth of the agricultural sector and communities.
As global demand for dates continues to rise, the company remains committed to enhancing its investments in smart logistics and sustainable transportation solutions to support Saudi exporters and achieve operational efficiency. In line with ambitious efforts to elevate the position of Saudi products globally, dates represent a successful model of a thriving agricultural sector driving the Saudi economy towards diversification and sustainability.
Chapman Freeborn has expanded its cargo operations in Saudi Arabia, having signed an agreement with AJEX Logistics Services, a Middle East-based company specializing in express distribution and shipping solutions.
The move by the global charterer comes as a strategic response to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 programme which aims to increase air freight capacity to 4.5 million tons per year.
“This collaboration aligns with our mission to provide world-class aviation services and reflects our dedication to supporting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030,” said Gerhard Coetzee, Vice President Cargo at Chapman Freeborn.
“Together, we will drive innovation and excellence in aviation and cargo operations, ensuring that our clients benefit from the best possible service.”
Chapman Freeborn’s increased service offering mirrors its commitment to the region, following significant investment in personnel throughout the last two years, including the appointment of Linas Dovydenas as President of IMEA (India, Middle East and Africa) in November.
Under the terms of the agreement the companies will collaborate to offer comprehensive airport ground and cargo handling, and management of special cargo projects.
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“By combining our regional strengths with Chapman Freeborn’s extensive global network, we are committed to delivering enhanced aviation and cargo solutions that support the Kingdom’s ambitious growth objectives,” said Mohammed Albayati, Chief Executive Officer, AJEX Logistics Services.
Launched in 2016, Saudi Vision 2030, is an ambitious plan to diversify the Saudi economy and reduce its dependence on hydrocarbons.
Chapman Freeborn was awarded Air Charter Broker of the Year at the Payload Asia Awards last October in recognition of its role reinforcing supply chains’ resilience through time-critical deliveries and rapid response to humanitarian crises.
The Chapman Freeborn group was established in the UK in 1973. The company has offices worldwide including North America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. In the cargo market, Chapman Freeborn Airchartering specialises in the charter and lease of aircraft for a wide-ranging customer base, including freight forwarders, multinational corporations, governments, humanitarian agencies and a host of industries around the globe.
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