Ramadan is typically a peak season for Indian fruit exports, and with the mango export season set to begin soon, exporters are worried about the fate of large volumes of produce waiting at ports and airports. According to port sources, about 1,500 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) are currently lying inside the terminal, of which around 1,250 containers carry fruits. Most fruit exports from India to West Asia move through Nhava Sheva to Jebel Ali in Dubai, with a usual transit time of two to three days. Air cargo disruptionWhile the disruption is smaller compared with sea freight, air shipments of fruits and vegetables have also been affected. Temporary facilitationMeanwhile, Dubai Customs has introduced a temporary facilitation mechanism for cargo destined for Jebel Ali Port and Free Zones.

Source: The Hindu March 09, 2026 15:01 UTC