The avocado is currently considered one of the most appreciated products in gastronomy at an international level. Countries such as Mexico, Colombia, Peru and Indonesia are among the main producers of this versatile fruit. Mexico currently leads in production, with more than 30% of the world harvest, and in global exports with 2.442 million tonnes per year.
For the distribution of this fruit, specific logistics are required to guarantee its quality and freshness at each stage of the process. Temperature, humidity and storage time are key factors that must be precisely controlled to avoid loss of product quality.
This is why it is essential to have specialised facilities and equipment. In this sense, SAM Algeciras, an integral logistics platform, is an indispensable ally, offering complete services in the logistics of perishable goods.
Logistical challenges in the distribution process
The process of export and import of avocados has become a logistical challenge for operators. They face the challenge of preserving the product’s properties and quality from the time it is harvested until it reaches the final consumer. To achieve this goal, it is essential to ensure an uninterrupted cold chain.
During transport, specially designed refrigerated containers (reefers) are used to maintain the optimum temperature of the avocado. This temperature varies according to the ripeness of the fruit, ranging from 5-13°C for green avocados and 2-4°C for ripe avocados. The homogeneous circulation of cold air inside the container is essential to preserve the quality of the product throughout the entire journey.
The specialised facilities of SAM Algeciras
SAM Algeciras, knowing the complexity of transporting perishable products, develops comprehensive solutions for storing and handling goods as delicate as avocados. Its facilities, which cover more than 6,300 m², are equipped with state-of-the-art technology to guarantee the optimal preservation of the products:
11 bi-temperature chambres.
- More than 8,700 pallets of capacity.
- 15 vehicle and container loading/unloading bays
- Large refrigerated bays and aisles (1,800 m²), without loss of the cold chain.
- Space optimised with automatic service system and the best available technology.
- Super-efficient cooling provided by natural, non-polluting refrigerant.
- Total food traceability: online control of stocks and movements.
The avocado export and import market continues to experience sustained growth, driven by the global demand for this product. In this context, having specialised logistics partners, such as SAM Algeciras, is essential to ensure the quality of the product at every stage of its journey from the field to the consumer’s table.