Topic
sea freight
Uttar Pradesh Mangoes Make First Commercial Sea Voyage to Dubai, Cutting Logistics Costs
A 12.5-tonne shipment of Dashehari and Langra mangoes from Uttar Pradesh reached Dubai via sea freight after a 25-day journey, with nearly 90% remaining market-ready. Developed by ICAR-CISH and APEDA, the post-harvest protocol uses METWASH technology and continuous cold chain, offering a cheaper alternative to air freight and boosting farmer incomes by Rs 15–20 per kg.
Logistics Andhra Banganapalli Mangoes Reach Singapore by Sea, Cutting Freight Costs by 90%
A 4.3-tonne consignment of Banganapalli mangoes from Andhra Pradesh has been successfully shipped to Singapore by sea, reducing freight costs by 90% compared to air. The shipment used a scientific protocol developed by ICAR-CISH and APEDA, extending shelf life to 30 days. The success opens new export lanes to Southeast Asia and the Gulf, with potential savings of ₹13–20 per kg.