Emirates SkyCargo has transported over 10 million mangoes from Pakistan this season, flying the fruit to destinations all over the world. Mango, sometimes called the ‘king’ of fruits, is a specialty export product and makes a major contribution to Pakistan's overall economy.
Despite challenges faced due to COVID-19 during the export season, Emirates SkyCargo continued to link local Pakistani businesses and traders to buyers across the world. Pakistani mangoes are popular in North America and Europe, with large quantities of the fruit transported to these regions every year.
The main markets where Emirates SkyCargo transported mangoes from Pakistan this season included the UK, US, Canada, Australia, France, Singapore, Malaysia and the UAE, it added.
“Pakistan is a major mango producer and we are pleased to offer our cargo services to Pakistani exporters even during these difficult times,” said Faisal Yaqoob, Emirates’ Cargo Manager, Pakistan.
“Ensuring the highest levels of safety and expertise – Emirates SkyCargo continues to leverage its extensive network and innovative equipment to ensure mangoes and other produce retain freshness and are safely delivered to more than 110 cities around the world from Pakistan. We are glad to make an important contribution to the export industry of Pakistan as well as the country’s overall economy.”
Source: thenews.com.pk